Background
Burrows, John Frederick was born on October 12, 1939 in Christchurch, New Zealand. Son of Frederick Lloyd and Marjorie Burrows.
(Derived from the renowned multi-volume International Ency...)
Derived from the renowned multi-volume International Encyclopaedia of Laws, this practical analysis of the law of contracts in New Zealand covers every aspect of the subject--definition and classification of contracts, contractual liability, relation to the law of property, good faith, burden of proof, defects, penalty clauses, arbitration clauses, remedies in case of non-performance, damages, power of attorney, and much more. Lawyers who handle transnational contracts will appreciate the explanation of fundamental differences in terminology, application, and procedure from one legal system to another, as well as the international aspects of contract law. Throughout the book, the treatment emphasizes drafting considerations. An introduction in which contracts are defined and contrasted to torts, quasi-contracts, and property is followed by a discussion of the concepts of "consideration" or "cause" and other underlying principles of the formation of contract. Subsequent chapters cover the doctrines of "relative effect", termination of contract, and remedies for non-performance. The second part of the book, recognizing the need to categorize an agreement as a specific contract in order to determine the rules which apply to it, describes the nature of agency, sale, lease, building contracts, and other types of contract. Facts are presented in such a way that readers who are unfamiliar with specific terms and concepts in varying contexts will fully grasp their meaning and significance. Its succinct yet scholarly nature, as well as the practical quality of the information it provides, make this book a valuable time-saving tool for business and legal professionals alike. Lawyers representing parties with interests in New Zealand will welcome this very useful guide, and academics and researchers will appreciate its value in the study of comparative contract law.
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Burrows, John Frederick was born on October 12, 1939 in Christchurch, New Zealand. Son of Frederick Lloyd and Marjorie Burrows.
Bachelor of Laws, University Canterbury, New Zealand, 1962. Master of Laws, University Canterbury, 1964. Doctor of Philosophy, University London, 1966.
Lecturer University Canterbury, Christchurch, 1967, senior lecturer, 1968—1971, reader, 1971—1973, professor law, 1974—2007, emeritus professor, 2007, dean of law, 1980—1986, pro-vice-chancellor, 1992—1998, deputy vice-chancellor, 1999—2000. Visiting fellow Clare Hall, Cambridge, since 1983. Chair Panel to Review New Zealand University Academy Audit Unit, 2001.
Member legislation advisory committee New Zealand Government, since 2001. Member Council of Legal Education, 1980—1986. Chair New Zealand Vice Chancellors Committee on University Entrance, 1997—1998.
Mediator University Canterbury, 1976—1980. Commissioner New Zealand Law Commission, since 2007.
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Board governors Rangi Ruru Girls School, Christchurch, 1990—1996. Chair ethics committee Public Relations Institute New Zealand, 2003—2007. Trustee New Zealand Law Foundation, since 2007.
Fellow: New Zealand Legal Research Foundation, New Zealand Academy Humanities. Member: New Zealand Media Law Association (partner), Wellington District Law Society.
Married Anne Sarah Mortlock, December 5, 1969. Children: Simon, Edward, Mary, Charlotte.