美國契約法

Course Description: US Contract Law forms the bedrock of legal studies in the United States and is a crucial component of the first-year curriculum at all US law schools. This course offers an engaging experience for students keen to immerse themselves in a classroom environment akin to that of US law schools, albeit tailored to local contexts. Comprehensive knowledge of contract law is indispensable for those aspiring to a career in international transaction law and invaluable for students contemplating further legal studies in the United States. The course is structured around the US case method, employing a modified Socratic approach to encourage a deep engagement with case law. This method focuses on unraveling the legal principles within leading contract law cases through inquiry and discussion. While the instructor may occasionally pass over certain details, the emphasis is on student-led understanding, fostered through active class participation and rigorous preparation. The doctrine and rules of contract law are not extensively lectured; instead, they are gleaned through discourse and independent intellectual exploration by the students. Course Goals: 1. Core Principles and Themes: The primary objective is to introduce students to key contract law principles, major themes, and seminal cases. Topics include the legal significance of promises, the necessity of consideration, the mechanics of contract formation, obligations of performance, the bargaining process, techniques of contract interpretation, and remedies available for breach. 2. Experience in US-style Legal Education: The course also aims to familiarize students with the methodologies characteristic of US law schools. This includes adapting to the Socratic method, engaging in class discussions, mastering case method analysis, developing legal writing skills, and cultivating the ability to think critically in a legal context. Expected Outcomes: Upon completion, students should have a robust understanding of the fundamental principles and landmark cases in contract law, equipping them with the knowledge and skills essential for both academic and professional success in this field.

US Contract Law is an essential component of the 1L curriculum, serving as a cornerstone in the foundation of American legal education. While there are no formal prerequisites for this course, it is advisable for students to have completed the Course of Introduction on US Law. Familiarity with Taiwanese Civil Law may enhance understanding, but it is not a mandatory requirement. This course is conducted entirely in English. Students are expected to handle a substantial volume of case readings weekly and actively engage in discussions by responding to the instructor's questions in English. Students will be assigned to brief cases during the class. A commitment to thorough reading of case materials and proactive participation in class activities is essential for success in this course.

1. Class discussion and case briefing (30%): Students are expected to participate actively in the class discussion. 3. Final examination (70%): Final exam will be presented in English. The students will have 3 hours to work on the exam. Student will have to analyze the issues presented and to provide an essay as an answer. It is expected the answers will be provided in English.

• Lecture
• Inquiring and Discussion

J.H. Verkerke. Published by eLangdell Press, 2012. The text books can be downloaded at the following addresses: https://www.cali.org/books/contract-doctrine-theory-practice-volume-1 https://www.cali.org/books/contract-doctrine-theory-practice-volume-2 https://www.cali.org/books/contract-doctrine-theory-and-practice-volume-3 Other materials will be provided before and during the course.

時間

To be arranged.

聯絡方式

tfc@nycu.edu.tw