Legal Anthropology is a subfield of anthropology that studies how different cultures understand and practice law. It examines the relationship between law and society, focusing on how legal systems reflect cultural values and social norms. Legal anthropologists often analyze conflict resolution, legal institutions, and the role of law in everyday life. This field also explores the impact of globalization on local legal practices and the interactions between formal legal systems and traditional customs. By studying these dynamics, legal anthropologists aim to understand how laws shape human behavior and social order across diverse cultures.