LibGuides: Law: OSCOLA Referencing for Law

Legal abbreviations

Cardiff Index to Legal Abbreviations
This web-based service allows you to search for the meaning of abbreviations for English language legal publications, from the British Isles, the Commonwealth and the United States, including those covering international and comparative law. The database mainly covers law reports and law periodicals, but some legislative publications and major textbooks are also included.

OSCOLA Referencing

OSCOLA (4th edn) referencing style
Brunel Law School uses the OSCOLA referencing style.
This document demonstrates how to reference / cite resources such as law cases, legislation, books, journals and online sources in the OSCOLA style.
OSCOLA Citing International Law Sources
This document assists with citing international law sources. It was originally part of the 2006 OSCOLA edition. It remains in use since the OSCOLA (4th edn) does not cover international law sources.
Brunel OSCOLA FAQs
Frequently asked questions about OSCOLA and responses collected from the Brunel LibAnswers 'Your Questions Answered' service. Periodically updated and reviewed.

Contact Claire

Hello, I am
Claire Mazer, the Academic Liaison Librarian for Brunel Law School and the Division of Politics & History (Department of SPS, including MAISS and MPS - Policing).

I can help you with using the Library's print and online resources and queries regarding reading lists. I also help students with referencing (OSCOLA, Chicago and Harvard).

You can get in touch with me by email - Claire.Mazer@brunel.ac.uk.

To set up an appointment with me, click on the 'Make an appointment' link. I will arrange to meet you either online via Zoom or Teams or in-person in the Library.

You can also email the Academic Services team for help: lib-academic@brunel.ac.uk.