The Individual in the Law and Practice of the International Court of Justice (Cambridge Studies in International and Comparative Law, Series Number 192) (Original PDF from Publisher)

Description

The Individual in the Law and Practice of the International Court of Justice (1st Edition, 2025) is a landmark publication in the Cambridge Studies in International and Comparative Law series (No. 192), providing a rigorous analysis of how the International Court of Justice (ICJ) addresses the individual within a traditionally state-centric system. Drawing on case law, advisory opinions, and scholarly commentary, the book challenges conventional doctrines by exploring the evolving role of the individual in international legal discourse.

This volume is indispensable for international legal scholars, judges, academics, human rights advocates, and postgraduate students. It offers a comprehensive assessment of both jurisprudential trends and doctrinal shifts, shedding light on the complex balance between state sovereignty and individual rights before the ICJ.

Target Audience

Ideal for:

• Academics in international law and human rights law
• Legal practitioners and judges specializing in ICJ proceedings
• Graduate students in law, political science, and international relations
• Researchers in global governance and legal theory
• Institutions and libraries with collections in public international law

Key Features & Highlights

•  In-depth analysis of ICJ jurisprudence involving individual rights and obligations
•  Explores the interplay between state-centric legal norms and the status of individuals in international adjudication
•  Contextualizes the ICJ’s evolving recognition of individuals within the broader international legal framework
•  Features scholarly critique of landmark ICJ cases and advisory opinions
•  A vital addition to the Cambridge Studies in International and Comparative Law series

Chapters & Topics Covered

Includes core chapters on:

• The evolving role of individuals in international law
• Legal personality and standing before the ICJ
• State responsibility and individual harm
• Human rights implications in ICJ rulings
• Procedural limitations and indirect individual engagement

About the Author

The author is a leading expert in public international law, specializing in the relationship between individual rights and global legal institutions. Their work has appeared in top legal journals and international law symposia, contributing significantly to discourse on the ICJ and international personhood.

Format & File Information

• File Format: Original PDF from Publisher (Print-accurate, academically citable)
• File Size: Approx. 8–14 MB
• Language: English
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Edition: 1st (2025)
• Series: Cambridge Studies in International and Comparative Law, No. 192
• Device Compatibility: Optimized for desktop, laptop, tablet (iPad/Android), smartphone, and Kindle (PDF-supported)

 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1: Can this book be used as an academic reference in legal research?
A: Absolutely. This is the original PDF from Cambridge University Press and includes precise pagination and formatting suitable for scholarly citation.

Q2: Does the book focus solely on individual rights or also address procedural access to the ICJ?
A: It covers both—examining how individuals are treated in substantive law as well as the procedural frameworks that impact their role before the ICJ.