erosion – n. the gradual destruction of something
civil law – n. laws that deal with the rights of people rather than with crimes
common law – n. laws that developed from court decisions and customs and that form the basis of laws and legal systems
chamber – n. part of a court or justice system
bilingual – adj. able to speak and understand two languages
magistrate – n. a local official who has some of the powers of a judge
curricula – n. the courses that are taught by a school, college, etc.