Legal Scholarship as a Source of Law

"Legal Scholarship as a Source of Law" is an academic book that addresses the role of legal science in jurisprudence. It explores the possibility of legal research functioning as a genuine source of law in modern municipal legal systems. The author, Fábio P. Shecaira, presents a variety of arguments that encompass conceptual, empirical, and normative aspects. In the initial chapters, a comprehensive analysis of the term "source of law" is conducted, focusing on the derivation of norms from documents or practices such as laws and judicial decisions. A central theme of the book is the use of legal scholarship, particularly a specific type described as standardized or doctrinal research, as a source of law. The discussion on the connection between legal scholarship and judicial activism is also critically examined, leading to a nuanced consideration of the role of legal writings in jurisprudence.