The Casus codicis of Wilhelmus de Cabriano

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The early period of Ius Commune, from the late 11th century until the Accursian Gloss, is both fascinating and challenging to study. The reception of Justinian's Corpus Iuris Civilis was significant, yet only a limited selection of glosses by early Glossators has been preserved in the Accursian Gloss, with much pre-Accursian material remaining unpublished. Consequently, research into the first generations of Glossators often requires consulting manuscripts or microfilms to access sources, including glosses and independent works. One notable rediscovery is the Casus Codicis by Wilhelmus de Cabriano, found by Dolezalek in 1970. These works date back to the mid-12th century and are likely based on lectures by Wilhelmus' master, Bulgarus, on Justinian's Codex. They represent the oldest surviving example of a lectura, providing insights into the reasoning and opinions within Bulgarus' school. Unlike the abbreviated "Dissensiones Dominorum," these texts offer detailed commentaries and arguments, highlighting the Codex sections considered most significant by Bulgarus. Additionally, they reflect the methodological development and understanding of the Corpus Iuris Civilis within the school at that time. This modern critical edition of the Casus Codicis facilitates direct access to a vital source for understanding an important phase in the evolution of the European legal tradition.