The Amicus Curiae: Friends No More?
23 Pages Posted: 4 Apr 2011
Date Written: December 2010
Abstract
This article discusses the controversial origins of the ancient institution of the amicus curiae or ‘friend of the court’ and its subsequent development in a number of jurisdictions. It explores to what extent this ‘friend of the court’ still remains a friend in present times.
Suggested Citation: Suggested Citation
S. Chandra, Mohan, The Amicus Curiae: Friends No More? (December 2010). Singapore Journal of Legal Studies, pp. 352-374, December 2010, Available at SSRN: https://ssrn.com/abstract=1802634
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