Oikeusala
Oikeusala is a Finnish term that generally translates to "the legal field" or "the field of law." It encompasses the entire system of laws, regulations, and legal institutions within Finland. This includes the creation of legislation, the interpretation and application of laws by courts, and the practice of law by legal professionals.
The legal field in Finland is structured around the civil law tradition, with a strong emphasis on
Professionals working within the oikeusala include judges, prosecutors, defense attorneys, notaries, legal advisors, and various administrative