Karl Llewellyn

Karl Llewellyn was a prominent American legal scholar and one of the key figures in the development of legal realism in the early 20th century. He emphasized that law is not just a set of abstract rules but is shaped by social contexts and real-life applications. Llewellyn believed that judges should consider the effects of their rulings on society rather than strictly adhering to legal precedents. His work has significantly influenced modern legal thought, encouraging a more pragmatic and flexible approach to understanding and applying the law, recognizing its dynamic nature in responding to societal needs.