Convergence theory as the basis of legal convergence

About the authors:

Saodat A. Kabilova, Cand. Sci. (Philos.), Associate Professor at the Department of Public and International Law Disciplines, Murom Institute (Branch) of Vladimir State University Vladimir State University named after A. G. and N. G. Stoletovs
Ramu B. Gyulverdiev, Postgraduate at the Department of Theory and History of State and Law, Vladimir State University named after A. G. and N. G. Stoletovs

Abstract:

The article deals with the formation and development of the convergence theory, provides an overview of the main ideas and views of its creators. This retrospective analysis of the convergence theory is aimed at not only the study of a specific historical epoch or a particular stage of formation of the state and society, but also the consideration of the evolution of this theory in the legal space, which resulted in appearance of a new phenomenon – “legal convergence (convergence of law)”. The trend towards intensification of international cooperation of law in different countries makes more acute the following issues: analysis of problems related to the legal phenomenon of convergence and identification of its essential and qualitative characteristics, predicting the effects of convergence of national legal systems. Several examples, reflecting the impact of convergence processes in the determination of the coordinates of the national legislation, are provided.

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