Slotvinska N. Litigation as a source of law

The thesis presents a general theoretical analysis of the nature of judicial practice as a source of law. Conceptual knowledge bases of investigation metho-dology of judicial practice are defined. The features of formation of judicial practice as a source of law are examined. The author's interpretation of the notion of "Judicial practice" is proposed and the basic properties of the pheno-menon are explained. The system of juridical practice is given characterisation. Juridical practice is shown as a source of law in modern legal systems. The role and impact of juridical practice on legislative activity is determined. The dynamics of juridical practice of higher courts of Ukraine are investigated. Trends of judicial practice as a source of law in Ukraine are characterized and analyzed.