I. Introduction

 

A. Litigation in Latin America: Some Problems

and Experiences

 

Latin American legal tradition has been strongly influenced by the

European continental system. In spite of the 19th century’s

independence declarations and wars, the strength in which the habits

and certain legal institutions have been established —due to the long

period of colonialism - projects its influence up to date, especially in
matters related to judicial practice and procedural law.1