This is a long-running debate in the world of jurisprudence for literally centuries ever since the advent of Common Law. read more
Common Law and Civil Code are both overwhelmingly driven by statutory law (primary legislation originating from the legislature). The roots of Common Law is in Civil Code anyway — indeed, it was impossible to study Common Law in Britain before the 1840s until Jeremy Bentham’s movement changed all that. read more
Civil Law is based on Justinian's Code and the more recent Napoleonic Code, resulting in this form being influential on France and many European countries. Common Law however, can be traced back to 12th Century England, which results in many countries of the commonwealth following this form. read more
And unlike certain civil law jurisdictions, in common law countries such as the United States, it is prohibited for anyone other than a fully licensed lawyer to prepare legal documents of any kind for another person or entity. read more