The Online Course in Palestinian Law and Legal Practices will provide participants with an opportunity to understand and engage with the Palestinian legal system. As a participant on this online program, you will learn about the Palestinian judicial system and how the courts operate in Palestine.

The Online Course in Palestinian Law and Legal Practices is ideal as a short online course for anyone wishing to become better acquainted with Palestinian law. In this course, participants will learn how judges, prosecutors and lawyers handle the large variety of cases that are processed by the courts in Palestine.

Who is this program suited for?

This Online Program in Palestinian Law and Legal Practices would suit students of law, the social sciences, and human rights, or indeed anyone interested in the Palestinian legal system as it operates in the West Bank. Participants will get to know about the enactment of laws, the decision-making process, court rulings, legal negotiations, and mediation as they apply to the Palestinian legal system. They will be introduced to one of the world’s most complex legal systems. The program will also allow them to learn about humanitarian law as it relates to Palestine, as well as offer them an insight into some of the issues concerning both Palestine and Israel. 

If you are thinking of pursuing a career in law, or if you are already enrolled as a law or pre-law student, this online course will be an ideal introduction to the subject of Palestinian law. It will be an invaluable aid to anyone who has an interest in humanitarian work, human rights law, religious law and women’s rights, as well as to those considering an academic career in law, human rights advocacy and the social sciences. As is the case with most legal systems, the Palestinian legal system is an incredibly intricate one, comprised as it is of components from other legal systems that reflect Palestine’s complex and diverse history.

The Palestinian Legal System

The Palestinian legal system borrows components from Muslim customary/common law (those laws associated with Sharia Law) as well as from Ottoman, British, Jordanian and Egyptian law and Israeli military law. It also includes elements of the contemporary Palestinian Authority’s Basic Law. Finally, the Palestinian community also refers to something called Arabic Rights which are considered “traditional” and contain elements of the aforementioned laws from different periods.  

The aspects of the law which are observed at any time depend on the specific area of Palestine one resides in; whether it be the Israeli-controlled regions of the West Bank and Jerusalem, the Gaza Strip, or the area of the West Bank controlled by the Palestinian Authority.

Each specific region of Palestine is influenced both by its history and geography. For example, the Gaza Strip’s legal system is under heavy influence of Egyptian law, while the West Bank finds its legal systems influenced by Jordanian law. If you would like to learn more about the law, human rights, politics, diplomacy, humanitarian aid, and interpersonal relations within Palestine, then this online course is for you!

Topics Covered On The Course

All discussions and presentations on this course come from a lecturer, speaking fluent English, who will explain in detail the laws and legal system of Palestine. The presentations will include the following topics:

• The legal situation in Palestine under occupation.
• Laws applicable to Palestine.
• The complexity of the Palestinian legal system.
• The challenges facing Palestinian lawyers in the Palestinian courts.
• The status of Palestinian courts and the implementation of judicial decisions.
• The independence of the Palestinian judiciary.
•  Legal violations by the Palestinian government, including arbitrary detention and enforced disappearance.

Duration Of The Online Course

• This structure of the Online Course in Palestinian Law and Legal Practices is such as to provide participants with all relevant information on the topic, through a series of intensive lessons and presentations.
• The lessons take place over four days (lessons are available sequentially or in a staggered fashion). 
• Each lesson lasts for two hours (including a 10-minute break).
• The total duration of the course is 8 hours.  

Benefits Of The Course

• You will get to know and understand the Palestinian legal system, how lawyers work in the field, the types of cases they work on, and the difficulties they face.  
• A lecturer, speaking fluent English, is leading the course. 
•  The course is completely online, saving participants time and money, while also making it possible for them to attend at a time and date of their preference.
• The first 15 minutes of the online lesson are free, after which participants can decide if they wish to continue with the course.
•  The course works in such a way as to accommodate your schedule.
•  The course is flexible, meaning lessons are available sequentially or separately.
• Participants can attend the course as individuals or as part of a group (ranging between 2 and 8 students). 
• After the course, you will receive a certificate of completion which will be verified by Engage in the West Bank.

Who Would This Program Be Suitable For? 

In general, the Palestinian Law and Legal Practices online course would be suitable for:

• Lawyers, trainee lawyers, judges, prosecutors, students, and teachers of law, or indeed anyone who wants to learn how the legal system in Palestine works. All are welcome to register for this course. 
• Individuals aged from 18 – 75 years are eligible to register for this course.
• Students in the departments of Law, Legal Studies, Human Rights, International Law, Criminal Law, Comparative Law, Political Science and related subjects. 

What Material Will Be Provided For Participants Of The Course?

• This course is based on an explanation of the facts as they relate to the subject of the laws and legal systems of Palestine, in addition to discussions, exchanges of opinion and question and answer sessions. 
• Participants will be provided with the text of all of the presentations, as well as any pictorial or video material related to the topic.

What Are Enrollment Requirements On This Course? 

To enroll on this course, you will need the following : 

• A functional laptop, smartphone, iPad, or similar device.  
• The device must have a fully functioning camera, microphone, and speakers or headphones.  
• Good internet connection. 
• Ideally, you will need to be in a quiet place without interruptions or disturbances

What Don’t You Need to Have? 

• Knowledge of languages other than English. 
• An academic degree.
• No need to be a current university or school student. 
• Previous legal experience or knowledge of the topics covered on the course. 

Where and How?

We provide Online Course On Palestinian Law And Legal Practices via Skype, Zoom, WhatsApp, Facebook Messenger, Facetime or other platforms. 

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How To Apply

If you want to participate in Online Course on Palestinian Law and Legal Practices, please write at Info@ecpalestine.org.

In the subject line of your email write “Online Course on Palestinian Law and Legal Practices”. We should be able to respond to your initial inquiry within 1-2 business days.

Do you want to apply for this program? Then we are looking forward to your email!

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