Scholarly Review

/ˈskɒlərli rɪˈvjuː/

Definitions

  1. (n.) A critical evaluation of legal scholarship, cases, or legislative materials conducted typically by experts or academics.
    The journal published a scholarly review of recent Supreme Court decisions affecting contract law.
  2. (n.) A peer assessment process for legal academic publications to ensure accuracy and quality before publication.
    The article underwent a rigorous scholarly review before being accepted by the law review.

Forms

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Commentary

In legal contexts, 'scholarly review' usually involves thorough, critical evaluation rather than mere summary, emphasizing its role in maintaining academic and legal standards.

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