Think like a lawyer; unlock your future.Connecting With Law, fourth edition, will challenge students’ assumptions and develop their critical thinking skills while teaching them the practical knowledge they need to succeed in law. Fully revised to incorporate the latest legal developments in Australia, this text introduces students to the foundations of law and the Australian legal system, engaging them with contemporary examples and case studies and helping them to connect with the law.New to this editionUpdated to incorporate the latest legislation, cases and developments, including: the recent Australian Marriage Postal Surveythe First Nations Constitutional Convention and the Uluru Statement from the Heartthe Adani coal mine proposalEquality, Capacity and Disability in Commonwealth Laws (ALRC Report 124)New and updated examples and exercises throughout the text to develop practical skills and develop critical thinking and reflective skillsSignificantly revised throughout, with new discussion on: Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)Indigenous JurisprudenceEcological JurisprudenceSovereignty and imposition of English lawTechnocratic justiceFreedom of speechMarginalised communities and access to justiceNew practitioner profiles showcasing a diverse array of careers in the legal profession and beyond.