Hellenistic Law refers to the legal systems that developed in the Mediterranean region following the conquests of Alexander the Great in the 4th century BCE. This period saw the blending of Greek legal traditions with local customs in regions such as Egypt and Asia Minor. The laws were often codified and adapted to suit the diverse populations under Hellenistic rule, leading to a more standardized approach to governance. During the Hellenistic era, legal scholars and philosophers, such as Zeno of Citium, contributed to the evolution of legal thought. The influence of Roman Law began to emerge, as the Hellenistic kingdoms interacted with the growing power of Rome. This period laid the groundwork for future legal systems in the Western world.