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Book Launch: "Law Through the Ages: History, Values, State" Dedicated to Prof. Jānis Lazdiņš

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On April 29, 2026, at 10:00 AM, the launch event for the book "Law Through the Ages: History, Values, State", dedicated to a significant life and work anniversary of Prof. Jānis Lazdiņš, will take place in the Conference Hall of the University of Latvia (UL) Faculty of Law.

The book has been created as a tribute to Professor Jānis Lazdiņš, honoring his contribution to legal science, legal history research, and academic work. The launch event will bring together the book's authors and representatives of the academic community, highlighting the interconnectedness of legal history, values, and the development of the state.

Event Programme

The event will be opened by Prof. Sanita Osipova and Assoc. Prof. Jānis Pleps, while the book’s scientific editor, Prof. Valdis Blūzma, will introduce the publication.

The event will continue with presentations by the book's authors:

  • Academician Guntis Zemītis
  • Dr. iur. Anda Smiltēna
  • Prof. Gvido Straube
  • Marju Luts-Sootak
  • Dr. iur. Philipp Schwartz
  • Dr. phil. Māris Kūlis
  • Prof. Frank L. Schäfer
  • Dr. iur. Elīna Grigore-Bāra
  • Prof. Kārlis Ketners
  • Christoph Schewe

The event is organized by the UL Faculty of Law Department of Legal Theory and History, inviting colleagues, students, and interested parties to a gathering featuring the book launch, author presentations, and tributes to the anniversary celebrant.

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