Legal System in Uruguay
The Uruguayan Legal System
Uruguay has a stable legal system based on Civil Law (continental European law). The country is known for its legal certainty and transparency.
Important Areas of Law:
Civil Law | Commercial Law | Tax Law | Labor Law | Private International Law | Family Law
Civil Law | Commercial Law | Tax Law | Labor Law | Private International Law | Family Law
The Uruguayan legal system is based on Spanish colonial law and has been influenced by French and Italian law. The Constitution of 1967 (with amendments) forms the foundation.