Oscola

/ˈɒskələ/

Definitions

  1. (n.) Oxford University Standard for the Citation of Legal Authorities, a widely used legal citation style in the UK.
    The student formatted all case citations according to Oscola guidelines.

Forms

  • oscola

Commentary

Oscola is specifically designed for legal scholarship citation, emphasizing clarity and consistency in referencing UK legal materials.

This glossary is for general informational and educational purposes only. Definitions are jurisdiction-agnostic but reflect terminology and concepts primarily drawn from English and American legal traditions. Nothing herein constitutes legal advice or creates a lawyer-client relationship. Users should consult qualified counsel for advice on specific matters or jurisdictions.

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