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Every client has a story. Your Client's Story: Effective Legal Writing, Third Edition, shows students how to tell that story effectively. The process of creating client-centered legal communication--from investigating facts and synthesizing the law, to document design--is essential, both for counseling clients and advocating on their behalf. With an engaging style and plenty of examples to illustrate fundamental concepts, this text explores how narrative theory, brain science, and classical rhetoric get to the heart of what makes legal thinking and writing truly effective. Extending coverage to first-semester Legal Writing, the Third Edition includesPredictive legal writing through the lens of narrative theory Analogical reasoning with step-by-step explanations of case synthesis, and applying a rule of law to the facts of your client's case. ​​Updated and expanded coverage of logical fallacies, the foundations of legal reasoning and the legal system, stare decisis, and mandatory versus persuasive authority. Revised organization tracks the process of legal thinking and writing

Preparing for Practice: Legal Analysis in Law School's First Year, Second Edition, conveys the essential skills of legal analysis and writing in a remarkably succinct format, using a realistic sample case file to give students specific examples of the skills covered in every chapter. The case file includes the client's factual scenario, a statute, five cases, and a sample complete'answer'memorandum. Practical guidance and examples are combined with key theoretical instruction so that students understand the rationale behind legal analysis, writing methods, and their applications. Embedded interactive online videos and self-assessment quizzes throughout the text test students'understanding of key topics. New to the Second EditionNow a single text featuring one fully integrated sample case file, reflecting the authors'real-world approach to legal analysis and writing Interactive online videos and self-assessment quizzes, created by the authors to synchronize with the book New co-authors Jennifer Davis and Anna Elbroch, bringing the benefit of many years'experience in teaching to the Second Edition Straightforward and readable instructionExamples based on the case file throughout the text A balance of theory and practice, informing the process of legal writing and analysis

Writing for Litigation, Third Edition, systematically addresses how audience, purpose, strategy, and ethics inform the shape, content, and tone of the full range of litigation documents. Kamela Bridges and Wayne Schiess explain how to draft litigation documents like a lawyer. And because litigation practice can't be boiled down to a few forms, the authors provide drafting instruction for the full range of documents used in litigation practice —from client engagement letter to motions, discovery, affidavits, and jury instructions. Writing for Litigation, Third Edition is one of those indispensable books that students will refer to again and again, in law school and practice.New to the Third Edition New Chapter 14 consolidates coverage of legal writing process and style, emphasizing accessibility, readability, organization, and the principles of persuasion Discussion of the advantages and risks of using generative artificial intelligence in writing litigation documents Guidance for recognizing and avoid bias and assumptions in their legal writing Tips for researching facts and law in litigation practice An updated fact scenario for writing assignments Professors and students will benefit from Broad coverage of both common documents such as pleadings, discovery requests, and motions, and ancillary documents such as demand letters, client communications, and affidavits Practical tips and advice on strategic legal drafting, writing unambiguously, and complying with ethical obligations Clear guidance to the component parts of each type of document A complete set of sample documents in the Appendices This text addresses each component of a wide range of litigation documents—from the caption to the certificate of service—so students won't have to ask that question after they graduate from law school. It also addresses day-to-day writing tasks, such as e-mails to clients and opposing counsel. A chapter on writing principles addresses writing process, accessibility, readability, organization, and persuasion. Samples of each type of document, all relating to the same case, allow readers to see how different forms of legal writing and the various types of legal documents relate to each stage of the litigation process, from beginning to end.

Elegant Legal Writing helps attorneys elevate their writing from passable to polished. Drawing on ideas from cognitive science, stylistics, and litigation strategy, the book teaches practical techniques by example using fast-paced chapters. Readers will learn the essentials of effective legal composition: Writing clear, efficient prose Crafting strong arguments Telling a client's story through a compelling narrative Overcoming procrastination and drafting more productively Readability, aesthetics, and argumentation are intertwined. Ryan McCarl shows how litigation documents that are easier and more pleasant to read are more likely to persuade judges and other busy readers. The book also discusses parts of legal writing that many guides overlook, including sentence mechanics, writing technology, and typography.

Learn to become a great writer and master modern grammar rules with the U.S. Supreme Court justices as your guide. In The Supreme Guide to Writing, law professor Jill Barton cuts through competing advice to detail definitive grammar rules based on the nation's unequivocal authority: the U.S. Supreme Court. The book details a revolution in legal writing, with the justices progressing beyond the drab and technical for the deft and lyrical. With the first-ever analysis of 10,000 pages of Court opinions, the book pinpoints grammar and style rules that the justices follow--and describes the outdated rules they leave behind. Today's Court casts aside formality in favor of pop-culture references, contractions, and approachable language. In addition to establishing grammar and style rules, the book illustrates best practices with hundreds of examples of the justices'most brilliant sentences from the past several years. With step-by-step instructions, the book describes how to emulate the justices'writing styles by breaking down their strategies and techniques. It shows how Justice Elena Kagan lands amusing quips and weaves together down-to-earth analogies, how Justice Neil Gorsuch executes witty retorts, and how Chief Justice John Roberts pens unforgettable lines with understated style and humor. The best writing appears effortless, but it also takes tremendous effort. Legal writing even more so. The Supreme Guide to Writing provides a nonpartisan look at how the justices present their words to the world.

Legal Writing guides students comprehensively through this vital legal skill and addresses a range of assessment methods from exam questions to final essays and problem answers. It considers how to deconstruct essay and problem questions and how to conduct and apply legal research to answer set questions.Lisa Webley explains how to reference others'work clearly and correctly, making this book a useful tool for students concerned about issues of plagiarism. Legal Writing also focuses on how to develop critical thinking and communicate legal arguments, with both good and bad examples of written work considered and discussed in the text. Legal Writing is particularly useful for undergraduate students, especially at the beginning of degree studies, as well as for those preparing for the SQE exams. This fully revised fifth edition includes: Guidance on how to avoid plagiarism, including examples of the best and worst practices Worked examples throughout the text, including how to decipher essay questions in exams and coursework An expanded set of accompanying digital learning resources with increased guidance for revision to allow students to test their progress and further engage with the topics in the book. Clearly written and easy to use, Legal Writing enables students to fully engage with essay and exam writing as a vital foundation to their undergraduate degree.

Like previous editions of this landmark title, the Third Edition of Drafting Contracts: How and Why Lawyers Do What They Do, emphasizes the importance of accurately memorializing the business deal while also advancing your client's interests. New co-author Monica Llorente builds on the foundation and insights of Tina Stark's landmark text with detailed introductions to the six building blocks for drafting contracts that pave the way for understanding any type of business contract. Reader-friendly text illustrated by examples and sample provisions demonstrates the mechanics, strategy, and precision of real-world contract drafting. In line with Tina Stark's legacy of building a bridge between law school and practice, co-author Monica Llorente solicited significant input from law professors, practitioners, and law students in the course of her work on the Third Edition. NEW TO THE THIRD EDITION Covid's effect on contract drafting, including force majeure provisions Expanded and updated coverage of use of qualifiers, standards, and risk allocation Expanded and updated coverage of endgame mechanisms, such as limitations on liability, specific indemnity tools, and provisions All-new coverage of Professional Responsibility Part summary chapters that provide a capsule overview of all topics in those chapters Online materials and updates on using AI and technology in drafting, available on CC Resources page and Aspen website Professors and students will benefit from Using drafting concepts as the building-blocks for understanding and writing business contracts Clear descriptions of the purpose and format of every part of a contract Guidance for developing drafting skills Hands-on exercises for practice and self-assessment Best-practice recommendations for drafting clearly and unambiguously Integrated coverage of strategy, risk management, ethical considerations Online materials and updates for using AI and Technology in contract drafting

LEVEL UP YOUR LEGAL WRITING Techniques and Technology to Supercharge Your Skills, First EditionJoe Regalia Unlock the power of legal writing. From drafting memos to honing an appellate brief, Aspen Publishing's Level Up Your Legal Writing: Techniques and Technology to Supercharge Your Skills goes beyond the basics with highly effective techniques for amplifying your message, animating your narrative, and leveraging AI and tech tools to elevate your craft. Grounded in more than a decade of research by Joe Regalia, co-founder of Write.law, these tools have been used to transform how law students, paralegals, lawyers, and judges level up their writing style, develop their own authentic voice, connect with their reader, leverage technology, and learn to enjoy the writing process once again—or for the first time. Joe and the Write.law team use these same strategies to train the top legal writers in the world: from Fortune 100 in-house teams to federal trial and appellate courts to the top AmLaw firms and everything in between. And now, this playbook for the best legal writing is available to you. With a forward-thinking, integrated approach to the role of technology readers will be prepared to thrive in today's rapidly evolving, high-tech legal landscape. Readers will benefit from: Complete coverage of legal writing, from rule synthesis and storytelling to the mechanics of writing and advanced rhetorical style Leveling up the structure, design, and style of legal documents with sample memos, motions, and briefs Hundreds of examples from an array of leading legal writers that demonstrate each principle and technique The “how and why” of each technique, so you can make informed choices when using them A step-by-step guide to the writing process, from brainstorming and outlining to drafting and editing the final product A focus on using technology efficiently and appropriately throughout the writing process Chapter-by-chapter Write.law tutorials and exercises intended to help students practice every technique iteratively and interactively

Legal Research and Writing for Paralegals emphasizes the skills and issues that paralegals encounter in practice. Thoroughly up to date, the Tenth Edition continues to combine clear text with visual aids, writing samples, tips, and pointers. Designed specifically for paralegal students, Deborah Bouchoux's classroom-tested approach teaches cutting-edge research skills, writing style, and proper citation form to equip students with an essential skill set and well-founded confidence. The author's logical and comprehensive approach enhances students'understanding. Part I covers Primary Authorities, Part II discusses Secondary Authorities, and Part III covers the basics of Legal Writing. In addition, Bouchoux integrates writing strategies into each research chapter to demonstrate the link between the two processes. The text thoroughly explains proper citation form and updating/validating legal authorities. The Legal Writing section includes samples of legal writing, such as letters, a court brief, and a legal memorandum.New to the Tenth Edition: Significant focus on newer technologies available to legal researchers such as Lexis+ Brief Analysis, Westlaw Edge's Quick Check, and more. Coverage of the use of analytics tools now used by legal professionals, such as Lexis+ Context. An entirely new section in Chapter 11 on the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in legal research. Expanded section on techniques to achieve gender-inclusive language. A new section in Chapter 15 on using tech tools such as ProWritingAid, BriefCatch, WordRake, NoRedInk, and Cooley GO to improve writing. A new section on texting and confidentiality issues in Chapter 16. A completely revamped and expanded discussion on e-memos in Chapter 17. Revised throughout with new ethics alerts and updated figures. All new Research Questions and Internet Legal Research Assignments included in each chapter. Professors and students will benefit from:Clear pedagogy designed to enhance the accessibility of the material. Targeted and ample exercises help students learn how to use a wide range of research sources. Charts and practice tips, updated for this edition, help students apply what they have learned. Thorough coverage of electronic research with chapters on both Internet research and fee-based services.

Featuring Deborah E. Bouchoux's highly regarded assignments, examples, and building-block approach, Concise Guide to Legal Research and Writing, Fifth Edition continues to provide timely coverage of the essential research and writing skills used by today's legal professionals. Designed to be accessible and practical, this is the ideal text for shorter legal research and writing courses. New to the Fifth Edition: Significant focus on newer technologies available to legal researchers such as Lexis+ Brief Analysis, Westlaw Edge's Quick Check, and more. Coverage of the use of analytics tools now used by legal professionals, such as Lexis+ Context. An entirely new section in Chapter 8 on the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in legal research. Expanded section on techniques to achieve gender-inclusive language. A new section in Chapter 14 on using tech tools such as ProWritingAid, BriefCatch, WordRake, NoRedInk, and Cooley GO to improve writing. A new section on texting and confidentiality issues in Chapter 15. A completely revamped and expanded discussion on e-memos in Chapter 16. Revised throughout with new ethics alerts and updated figures. All new Research Questions and Internet Legal Research Assignments included in each chapter. Professors and students will benefit from: Concise, well-organized text, divided into six main sections: Section I discusses primary authorities Section II covers secondary sources Section III focuses on computer-assisted legal research using Lexis, Westlaw, and the Internet Section IV covers citation form and how to ensure that primary sources are still'good law'Section V provides an overview of the legal research process Section VI covers legal writing Pedagogy designed to enhance the accessibility of the material, including helpful charts and diagrams that synthesize complex topics, updated Practice Tips offering realistic and helpful suggestions for workplace success, and Ethics Alerts in every chapter. Targeted and ample exercises help students learn how to use a wide range of research sources. Tips on how to effectively use electronic resources are included throughout the text.

A high level of English remains essential for any lawyer wishing to work internationally, but transferring language skills from the classroom to the workplace can be challenging. This book shows non-native, English speaking lawyers how to apply their English language skills to everyday legal situations and contexts, providing essential guidance to ensure they can work confidently in different settings and mediums.Including activities based on real-life scenarios, the book will allow lawyers and law students to practise their English in key areas of working life, from networking and client meetings, to telephone and conference calls, contract drafting and contract negotiations, presentations and using social media. Written by two highly experienced legal English language tutors, both former legal professionals, it also features online support material that includes listening exercises to complement those based on writing and reading comprehension.Designed to hone skills required in working life, Practical English Language Skills for Lawyers is practical, accessible and fun. Including guidance on job applications and interview practice, this book is an invaluable resource not only for current legal professionals but also for those students considering their first career step.Support Material (including Audio Tracks, Audio Notes and Teacher Notes) can be accessed from the Support Material section at www.routledge.com/9780367690465

Preparing for Practice is a fresh approach to the first semester of the 1L legal writing and research course, designed to guide students through their development of the essential skills needed to pass the bar and practice law. The coursebook combines practice-oriented case files with more theoretical background text, eliminating the need for instructors to create their own case files.The three cases included in the text teach students new skills and give them the chance to practice ones they've already learned. The case files are meant to represent the type of information students will encounter in practice, and are also similar to the File and Library found on the Multi-State Performance Test (MPT). This unique text will be published at one-year intervals, each version featuring new case files. This will prevent students from accessing the work product produced by students in previous years. Each version will be on a three-year revision cycle. Features: The text focuses on skills essential to passing the bar and to practicing law. Three fully developed case files teach students new skills presented in the preceding expository text, while also practicing skills presented earlier in the text. Allowing students to practice new skills and master older ones cements their abilities. Case files are true-to-practice. Case files are also similar to the File and Library found on the MPT. Three versions will be sold at one-year intervals, each featuring entirely new case files. Each version will be on a three-year revision cycle. This will prevent students from accessing the work product produced by students in previous years.

The Handbook for the New Legal Writer, Third Edition, is the practical guide to the foundational skills that law students need. With concise and easy-to-follow instructions, a variety of annotated examples, and the clarifying concept of “anchors,” the Handbook is a student-centered text that engages and accompanies students throughout the first-year legal writing course, and beyond. The purchase of this ebook edition does not entitle you to receive access to the Connected eBook with Study Center on CasebookConnect. You will need to purchase a new print book to get access to the full experience, including: lifetime access to the online ebook with highlight, annotation, and search capabilities; practice questions from your favorite study aids; an outline tool and other helpful resources.The Handbook for the New Legal Writer focuses on showing (not telling) students how to write effective legal documents using step-by-step instructions and annotated examples. The Handbook uses the term “anchors” throughout to help students deepen their understanding and analysis of legal questions. In an easy-to-read style, the Handbook guides students through the entire first-year legal research, writing, and analysis curriculum. The Handbook covers predictive and persuasive writing in the form of memos, motions, and appellate briefs; as well as professional correspondence in the form of emails, letters, and instant messages; exam writing; judicial writing; oral argument; legal research and citation; and grammar, punctuation, and style. For each topic, the Handbook provides examples (written by the authors or by judges and practicing attorneys), along with detailed explanations that demonstrate how to write with care and clarity. The Handbook is a resource that will guide students throughout law school and into their legal careers. New to the Third Edition: New sidebars throughout the text that address issues of mindfulness, wellness, equity, and inclusion that are important to students More samples of legal documents, prepared by the authors More examples of excellent legal writing by judges and attorneys Professors and students will benefit from: Comprehensive coverage of all first-year legal writing topics: predictive and persuasive writing, grammar and writing style, professional correspondence, exam writing, judicial writing, oral argument, research, and citation Concise and readable text The authors'original “anchors” concept that helps students recognize salient facts or points of law in case reading and analysis Short and longer annotated examples (written by judges, practitioners, and the authors) illustrate effective legal writing in various formats, including objective memos, correspondence, persuasive memos, motions, appellate briefs, and mor Checklists at the end of each chapter for study and review

Disserted is a groundbreaking, comprehensive book that guides LL.B students on how to craft a first-class dissertation. It tackles head-on the triple crisis faced by law students in developing nations - a crisis of doubting, thinking, and writing This crisis manifests itself in the form of poorly written dissertations.This is the first book to show how to practically assemble a dissertation from the perspective of decoloniality. This makes Disserted uniquely suited to students from the Global South, considering that decoloniality empowers them to overcome the triple crisis. Indeed, its originality in presenting practical advice and decolonial theory sets this book apart from the handful of guides on LL.B dissertations. Existing resources and manuals are filled with generalities and lack in practicality.Written in student-friendly prose, its 23 chapters cover a wide range of topics. including research proposals, topic selection, purpose and problem statements. literature reviews, digital tools and models powered by artificial intelligence (AI), the basics of legal prompt engineering, plagiarism, grammar, and research methods. Each chapter offers secrets and deep insights, drawing from the author's extensive experience in supervising LL.B dissertations and research papers, notably in Southern Africa and India.Though primarily targeting LL.B students, Disserted also serves as an essential companion and indispensable resource for supervisors, law professors, jurists, and anyone interested in unraveling the complexities of writing dissertations. Overall, Disserted underscores the importance of structured dissertation writing coupled with a decolonized research approach that subverts dominant perspectives, exposes the role of Al and technology in entrenching the coloniality of knowledge, and fosters a broader understanding of law.

Engaging text for legal writing written with today's student in mind Written in a style that engages students, Legal Writing, Fifth Edition, includes outstanding coverage on organizing analysis according to the CREAC formula, the writing process, storytelling techniques, rule analysis, statutory interpretation, and professionalism. In addition, the book has dynamic student resources including classroom and independent exercises, self-assessment checklists, and other learning tools. The purchase of this ebook edition does not entitle you to receive access to the Connected eBook with Study Center on CasebookConnect. You will need to purchase a new print book to get access to the full experience, including: lifetime access to the online ebook with highlight, annotation, and search capabilities; practice questions from your favorite study aids; an outline tool and other helpful resources.New to the Fifth Edition: Chapters are carefully edited and streamlined, providing focused coverage of the entire writing process New Sample Appellate Brief in Appendix D Clearer presentation of statutory interpretation and rule analysis in legal writing Professors and students will benefit from: The compact, conversational tone Short, accessible assignments and exercises Checklists that help students assess their own writing An engaging mix of theory and reality Coverage featuring: Storytelling techniques in persuasive argument The CREAC formula for organizing analysis The role of persuasive point headings in constructing an argument Elements of professionalism that must be considered

Linda H. Edward and Samantha A. Moppett's Legal Writing and Analysis, Sixth Edition, is an essential guide for legal writing students. The purchase of this ebook edition does not entitle you to receive access to the Connected eBook with Study Center on CasebookConnect. You will need to purchase a new print book to get access to the full experience, including: lifetime access to the online ebook with highlight, annotation, and search capabilities; practice questions from your favorite study aids; an outline tool and other helpful resources. Buy a new version of this textbook and receive access to the Connected eBook with Study Center on CasebookConnect, including: lifetime access to the online ebook with highlight, annotation, and search capabilities; practice questions from your favorite study aids; an outline tool and other helpful resources. Connected eBooks provide what you need most to be successful in your law school classes. Learn more about Connected eBooks The Sixth Edition of Legal Writing and Analysis provides a clear guide to developing legal writing and analysis skills for novice legal writers. In a sequence that mirrors legal practice, students learn to read and analyze the law; write the analysis of a legal issue; and compose office memos, e-memos, professional correspondence, and briefs. The book introduces students to various forms of legal reasoning including rule-based, analogical, policy-based, principle-based, custom-based, inferential, and narrative, complete with exercises. New to the Sixth Edition: The discussion of e-memos has been expanded to reflect the changes in legal practice. The citation chapter has been updated to conform to the rules in the new editions of the ALWD Guide to Legal Citation and The Bluebook. Information about the proper use of texting in legal practice has been added to the chapter on professional correspondence. The chapter on writing style now includes a discussion of the proper use of they as a singular pronoun. Information about Native American tribes, the third sovereign entity in the United States, has been added. Professors and students will benefit from: Down-to-earth and easy to understand presentation of first-year legal writing topics Complete coverage of objective writing, persuasive writing, and professional correspondence Clear explanations and concrete examples that support a range of learning styles Numerous exercises that offer opportunities to develop writing skills through practice Sample office memorandum, e-memo, professional correspondence, trial brief, and appellate brief conveniently located in the Appendices

Wat kenmerkt juridische vaktaal? Welke juridische genres zijn er en hoe schrijf je deze beroepsproducten? Hoe structureer en formuleer je een juridisch onderzoeksverslag? Schrijven voor Juristen beantwoordt deze vragen in drie delen: • Deel 1: Juridisch lezen en schrijven • Deel 2: Juridische schrijfproducten • Deel 3: Juridisch onderzoeksverslag Deze vierde editie is grondig herzien. Het boek is uitgebreid met een nieuw hoofdstuk over juridische lees- en schrijfvaardigheid. Ook zijn er aan sommige hoofdstukken paragrafen toegevoegd, bijvoorbeeld over het opiniestuk. In het algemeen zijn de hoofdstukken verbeterd op inhoud, structuur en formulering. Zo nodig zijn de opdrachten bij de hoofdstukken vernieuwd of aangepast. Oude krantenartikelen zijn vervangen door recente artikelen. Schrijven voor Juristen is voor studenten en professionals een uniek praktisch studie- en oefenboek en naslagwerk over toegankelijk juridisch en academisch schrijven. Een aanrader voor alle hbo-studenten met recht in hun opleiding zoals Sociaal Juridische Dienstverlening, HBO-Rechten, Bedrijfskunde en interessant voor juridisch medewerkers en juristen. Over de auteurs Drs. Aldert Jan van Dijk gaf jarenlang colleges in schriftelijke communicatie en juridisch argumenteren bij HBO-Rechten en Sociaal Juridische Dienstverlening. Eerder schreef hij Argumenten voor juristen. Thea Mepschen MA is docent schriftelijke communicatie en juridisch argumenteren bij HBO-Rechten en Sociaal Juridische Dienstverlening.

Confused by cases? Stuck on statutes? Or just unsure where to start with writing, research or revision? The Insider's Guide to Legal Skills will show you what you need to succeed, applying skills in their real-world context and helping you get to grips with legal method and thinking.Making use of problem-based learning and examples throughout, the fully updated second edition of this practical and accessible guide will provide you with a clear guide to skills within the law degree, including online learning. It will show you how to make the most of these skills in assessment and also help you to see their importance to a future legal career.Designed for students who want a clear overview of what a law degree is all about, the book has been built on the skills curriculum, and is a suitable text for Legal Skills, Methods and Reasoning courses as well as a general introduction to law, or pre-reading for those considering a law degree.For more information, including Brexit: The Comic Strip, visit https://tldr.legal/resource/brexit-the-comic-strip.html

Writing Constitutions intends to serve as a practical manual for those writing constitutions or interested in their design. It is the first systematic and universal approach to coherently capture concepts and contents of a modern constitution. Volume I breaks each constitutional mechanism into components and offers detailed designs to draft a constitutional clause. This provides lawmakers with the necessary toolkit for writing constitutions and empowers them to strengthen democracies. Writing Constitutions comes in three volumes:- Volume I: Institutions- Volume II: Fundamental Rights- Volume III: Constitutional Principles

This Research Handbook inspires a new vision of contracts, with practical illustrations of how they should be designed, rather than just drafted. The contributors offer a proactive approach, merged with innovative design, to show how contracts can be both user-friendly and legally functional. This ground-breaking work goes beyond the initial drafting and formation of contracts to cover implementation and integration with business infrastructure – including digital processes. Drawing on a multi-disciplinary perspective, it highlights all aspects of the contract lifecycle, using both theoretical and practical scenarios. As well as improved design and communication, the Handbook takes a creative view of the role of emerging technologies, including AI, and how they can increase contract functionality and visualisation. The goals are simplification, clarity about rights and obligations, and the prevention of unnecessary legal problems. Providing an up-to-date analysis of current trends in contract design thinking and practice, this Handbook will be an excellent resource for contract and legal professionals, scholars and practitioners. Entrepreneurs, procurement and sales managers, information designers and technologists will also find the forward-thinking, human-centred approach in this book illuminating and informative.

Legal Writing for Legal Readers: Predictive Writing for First-Year Students, now in its Third Edition, teaches students how to use their objective reading skills to assess examples of both effective and ineffective legal writing. Sidebars and annotated examples highlight the key elements of a well-structured predictive analysis. As writers, students learn to make better and more informed choices by learning to view their own work with greater objectivity—from the reader's point of view. New to the Third Edition: Recall and Review exercises at the end of each chapter that promote memory retention Expanded coverage of email correspondence in legal practice More examples of good and bad legal writing that, by reading them, clearly demonstrate the effectiveness of one and the pitfalls of the other New and complete sample documents that provide fresh material for class discussion A self-grading exercise by which students identify analytical elements in their own writing Additional resources on Casebook Connect Professors and students will benefit from: The book's approach that uses students'reading skills to teach them to view their own and others'writing with greater objectivity--by looking at it from the reader's point of view. Examples of both effective and ineffective legal writing for students to read and assess, and to exemplify and highlight the techniques and elements of writing that make one succeed where the other fails. Clear and lucid explanations of the concepts and techniques behind effective legal writing. The authors'popular marginal notes and annotations that provide additional insights, commentary, and points/notes related to the topic of discussion or the elements of a sample document.

Linda H. Edward and Samantha A. Moppett's Legal Writing: Process, Analysis, and Organization, Eighth Edition, is an essential guide for legal writing students.Samantha Moppett joins Linda Edwards, 2017 Burton Award recipient and renowned author on the Eighth Edition of Legal Writing: Process, Analysis, and Organization, the only legal writing text that uses a process approach, presenting writing as a logical sequence of steps. Streamlined to meet the needs of today's students, the Eighth Edition uses adult learning theory concepts and a “flipped classroom” approach to add even greater focus and efficiency to classroom and study time.New to the 8th Edition:The process of writing a legal memo has been updated to include material on e-memos.Information about the Native American tribes, the third sovereign entity in the United States, has been added.The chapter on editing now includes a discussion of the proper use of they as a singular pronoun.The citation chapter has been edited to reflect the rules in the new editions of the ALWD Guide to Legal Citation and The Bluebook.Professors and students will benefit from:Straightforward and succinct presentation of first-year legal writing topicsApproach to teaching reasoning and writing as two interrelated processesClear explanations and concrete examples that support a range of learning stylesWriting exercises that offer hands-on practice for skill developmentChapter on professional correspondence that provides guidance as to the appropriate use of e-mail and textsSample office memorandum, e-memo, letters, trial brief, and appellate brief, as well as the cases that were used in the examples, which are conveniently located in the AppendicesTeaching materials include:Teacher's Manual

'Effective legal writing calls not only for artistry but also for scientific understanding.'In this synthesis of his experience on the bench and his own research into the science and art of written communications, Robert E. Bacharach, a federal court judge, shares his insights on ways language can determine different responses -- and how to use this knowledge to craft a powerful and persuasive message. Judge Bacharach follows a logical progression in crafting effective legal writing, beginning with the importance of an introduction that provides a context for the argument. At this stage, it is important to consider clarity, context, identification of the underlying legal issues, the structure of your argument, and stating the rationale for the optimum outcome. Subsequent chapters look at specific aspects of effective legal writing, including: Organization - the guiding principles of parallelism, logical sequence, and developing the point before responding to the adversarial argument Headings - creating a familiar context to make it easier for readers to follow your argument Fact sections - the importance of a clearly written summary of legal facts that is readily understandableSentences and paragraphs - in-depth commentary on structural issues such as varying the length of the sentence structure to key rhetorical devices, all to make the reader follow the flow of the argument Diction - how to choose the right word (and why) Grammar - the most essential rules to follow for effective legal writing Conclusions - how to end strong with a concise reminder of the core points Quoting - when--and when not--to use it Typography and page layout Throughout the book, Judge Bacharach illustrates his points with real-world examples from lawyers and judges. As Lisa Blatt of Williams & Connolly states, this is an'easily readable and comprehensive catalogue of do's and don'ts that provides the essential foundations for clear, persuasive legal writing... From diction to grammar, and alliterations to aphorisms, this book is mandatory reading for law students and lawyers alike.'

Charles R. Calleros and Kimberly Y.W. Holst provide a solid grounding in the U.S. legal system and legal analysis, along with thorough coverage of predictive and persuasive writing spanning the entire first-year Legal Writing course and beyond. Illuminating text, illustrations, exercises, sample documents, and take-home assignments engage students in legal writing for a wide range of documents: office memoranda, briefs, trial court pleadings, motions, appellate briefs, contracts, advice letters, and more. And now, with a fresh design, the consolidated Ninth Edition of Legal Method and Writing highlights the many examples and illustrations in every chapter.New to the Ninth Edition: A single-volume text that consolidates predictive and persuasive writing for the full-year, 1L LRW course Expanded and updated coverage of statutory interpretation, with new sources New examples of statements of rules in objective memos and briefs An enhanced design that highlights numerous helpful examples Endnotes in each chapter that list all reference sources Updated citation coverage that reflects the new Bluebook and ALWD editions Professors and students will benefit from: A comprehensive, skills-based approach to writing and legal analysis, designed to impart flexible skills that enable students to tackle any writing challenge in their future practice of law Numerous practice exercises that advance students'writing and analytical skills Attention to cultural and gender diversity to add depth and perspective Annotated examples of legal writing

Just Writing: Grammar, Punctuation, and Style for the Legal Writer, Sixth Edition

Expert overview of the features unique to memo writing and how to effectively translate skills to practice Focusing on the process of writing both formal and less formal legal memos, Just Memos employs the same accessible approach that makes the authors'flagship title, The Legal Writing Handbook, a perennial bestseller. Just Memos will help students transition from academic writing to legal writing with an introduction to the U.S. legal system, legal research, and legal analysis and reading. In addition, this concise text walks students through the process of writing predictive memos, e-memos, and opinion letters. New to the Sixth Edition: Added coverage of the basics of legal research Meticulously updated and edited throughout Professors and students will benefit from: Helpful overview of the U.S. legal system Step-by-step instruction on how to write formal memos, e-memos, and opinion letters Numerous examples, including examples of completed memos Provides unique coverage of memo writing by itself, for students who need extra help and guidance, or for professors who want to add extra coverage of this area to their current legal writing text.

The Legal Research and Writing Handbook by Andrea B. Yelin and Hope Viner Samborn offers a time- tested introduction to the basics of this essential paralegal skill With clear explanations, examples, and visual aids, The Legal Research and Writing Handbook offers complete coverage of a complex subject in a student-friendly, accessible text. In this thoroughly updated new edition, Yelin and Samborn continue to keep pace with legal research, citation, and technology in today's law firms. This practical text focuses on efficient research processes and techniques for both traditional and electronic sources, along with step-by-step instruction through each stage of the legal writing process, from prewriting strategies, to revising. The authors provide in-depth coverage of the IRAC method, as well as how to write legal memoranda and legal correspondence. Throughout, the text focuses on the practical skills paralegals need to know. The text is enhanced with examples and visual aids, expert writing and practice tips, hands-on exercises, ethics alerts, up-to-date web resources, and easy-to-navigate page design. Excellent exercises are provided to reinforce student learning. New to the Ninth Edition: Coverage of electronic resources is updated and expanded, reflecting how paralegals do research today. Includes new and expanded coverage of Online Topical Classifications Systems and Researching Statutes Online. Thoroughly updated, with latest information on research sources and methods Streamlined chapter on Research Strategy, focused on how paralegals conduct research today New and refreshed exhibits Revised exercises in each chapter Professors and students will benefit from: Thoughtful revision that reflects how paralegals do research today Detailed discussion of how to use legal authorities in legal communications and how to synthesize them and present them to attorneys. Exhibits, practical tips, updated exercises, and web resources in every chapter. Excellent pedagogy for students includes Net Notes, Ethics Alerts, and Practice Pointers included throughout Examples that provide useful models for students Subheadings provide quick access to topics Helpful appendix on Citation

Legal Writing for the Undergraduate by Antonio C. Elefano Is the perfect introduction to American law and legal writing Legal Writing for the Undergraduate by Antonio Elefano offers a practical introduction to legal analysis and legal writing, designed to give even the most novice student a command of the basics of legal writing. With careful guidance and scaffolding, the author effectively teaches students how to read and analyze cases and how to formulate persuasive legal arguments. The book begins with a comprehensive overview of the U.S. Legal System, including how to analyze a law and apply it to varying situations. The text continues with the fundamentals of legal writing, offering in-depth, step-by-step instruction on writing different types of Legal Memoranda and Appellate Briefs. Through effective assignments and engaging discussion, students will learn how to craft thoughtful and polished arguments. Professors and students will benefit from: A streamlined and accessible introduction to legal reasoning Class-tested assignments utilizing several closed universes of cases, allowing focus on the application of law Instruction on how to read and brief a case Separate chapters on the fundamentals of legal writing, basic legal research, and appellate briefs Thoughtful guidance on the structure and strategy of appellate-style oral argumentation Helpful chapter on how to workshop legal writing Practical advice on how to get into law school Engaging presentation that demystifies legal analysis

Hoe breng je een juridisch bericht in begrijpelijke taal? Voor (toekomstige) juridische professionals is het belangrijk om boodschappen in woord en geschrift goed af te stemmen op de doelgroep. De uitgave Met recht bericht! biedt talloze voorbeelden uit de rechtspraktijk waarmee studenten het effectief overbrengen van een boodschap kunnen oefenen aan de hand van vaste structuren. Vanuit een juridische praktijksituatie die aanspreekt en dicht bij de beleving van de student ligt, wordt er aan vaardigheden gewerkt: luisteren, in gesprek gaan, spreken en schrijven. Het boek behandelt een grote diversiteit aan casussen uit de rechtspraktijk van het staats- en bestuursrecht, het civiele recht en het strafrecht op verschillende leerniveaus. De handige Taal Toolbox biedt toolkaarten met daarop onder anderen bouwplannen voor het structureren van juridische informatie om doelgericht te formuleren met een logische opbouw en duidelijke lay-out. Verder hoort bij dit boek een website met podcasts, filmpjes, uitspraken en vonnissen en een docentenhandleiding met antwoorden bij de opdrachten en toetsmateriaal.

Religion and the Constitution, Fifth Edition, is a casebook unparalleled in how it synthesizes judicial decisions and legal doctrines together with materials from history, the study of religion, and other related disciplines. The purchase of this ebook edition does not entitle you to receive access to the Connected eBook on CasebookConnect. You will need to purchase a new print book to get access to the full experience including: lifetime access to the online ebook with highlight, annotation, and search capabilities, plus an outline tool and other helpful resources.Religion and the Constitution, Fifth Edition, written by a team of well-known Constitutional Law scholars, thoughtfully examines the relationship between government and religion within the framework of the U.S. Constitution. This proven casebook is suitable for courses or seminars in Religious Liberty, Religion and the Constitution, or Religious Institutions and the Law. The Fifth Edition has been updated with discussions of the Supreme Court's many recent religious liberty cases, decided against the tumultuous backdrop of pandemic restrictions and intensifying “culture wars.” New to the Fifth Edition: Recent decisions on COVID-related restrictions of religious worship and the meaning of the requirement that laws burdening religion be “neutral and generally applicable.” Recent decisions on the clash between sexual-orientation nondiscrimination laws and religious objectors: Masterpiece Cakeshop and Fulton v. Philadelphia. Recent decisions forbidding exclusion of religious entities from generally available government funding programs: Trinity Lutheran v. Comer and Espinoza v. Dept. of Revenue. The recent decision presumptively validating longstanding government displays with religious content, namely American Legion v. American Humanist Assn.Professors and students will benefit from: A casebook structured to stress three recurring themes that contextualize current debate regarding matters of church-and-state: Free exercise of religion in the face of government regulation. Government financial assistance to religious institutions. The role of religion in government institutions, such as schools. Notes and questions that connect older controversies with modern constitutional disputes. Problems that enable students to understand the legal materials on their own terms and apply them to new issues. A thorough examination and explanation of the various interrelations between the free exercise and establishment clauses. Historical and other background materials that are sufficiently scholarly and authoritative that the United States Supreme Court recently cited the book in its decision in Espinoza v. Dep't of Revenue (2020)

La dissertation juridique est un exercice scientifique exigeant. L'étudiant ou le chercheur est appelé à aller au-delà de la simple description de connaissances sur le sujet. Il y a une abondante littérature qui prodigue des conseils parfois complexes pour réussir la rédaction d'un tel exercice. Le présent guide présente de manière synthétique et structurée les techniques scientifiques correspondant à chaque étape de la rédaction d'une dissertation juridique ou d'un projet de recherche en droit. Chacune des étapes est accompagnée d'un exemple pour permettre aux étudiants ou chercheurs en droit de mieux maîtriser les techniques scientifiques contenues dans ce guide. Pour mener à terme la rédaction d'une dissertation juridique ou d'un projet de recherche en droit, l'étudiant ou le chercheur doit déterminer le sujet de recherche (première étape), mettre en place une méthode de recherche documentaire et de traitement analytique de la documentation trouvée (deuxième étape), élaborer un plan (troisième étape) et procéder à la rédaction proprement dite de la dissertation en fonction des éléments trouvés et analysés (quatrième étape).

Conforme pasan los años te planteas unas exigencias para una investigación más madura, para acreditarse a cátedra o para sexenios y que obviamente deben ser siempre orientaciones que también pueden aportar necesariamente una guía positiva para acreditaciones de otros tipos de categorías anteriores de profesorado. Donde más se ha debatido sobre los criterios de calidad es en materia de sexenios, porque son para todo el profesorado, incluso el acreditado en distintas categorías de profesorado y en esos criterios y prácticas nos vamos a basar esencialmente.

Lawyers like to think they are good writers. Their non-lawyer readers are more likely to describe their writing as turgid, pedantic, Latin-filled, jargon-ridden, misspelt, ungrammatical, and inelegant. Guthrie's Guide to Better Legal Writing won't solve all your problems, but it will help you make your prose clear, correct, and compelling. The focus is on communicating more effectively in email, letters, memos, blog posts, client updates, and social media, but there are some pointers on contractual drafting and written advocacy as well. A bit of strategy, some grammar and spelling, and a lot of style. The second edition of Guthrie's Guide incorporates significant new material based on reader queries and the author's on-going review of the legal writing that crosses his desk and screen.

With the authors'effective step-by-step approach, The Legal Writing Handbook:Analysis, Research, and Writing walks students through each of the stages of the writing process from pre-writing, drafting, and editing, to the final draft. A leading text for generations of law students, the Eighth Edition gives students a head start as they move into practice.The Legal Writing Handbook offers a complete resource on legal writing. Part I provides students with an introduction to the U.S. Legal System; Part II gives an overview of legal research, with both an introduction to sources and to research strategies; Part III introduces students to predictive memos, e-memos, and client letters; Part IV covers motion briefs; Part V offers an overview of appellate briefs; Part VI introduces oral advocacy; Part VII is a guide to effective writing; Part VIII is a guide to correct writing; and Part IX focuses on the needs of ESL writers. With a new streamlined organization and completely updated content, this is the only book on legal writing students will ever need.New to the Eighth Edition: Streamlined organization with chapters focused on key topicsNew appendix with easy reference to all the Quick Tips to improve legal writingUpdated and added discussion throughout the book on the role of bias in legal language and argumentationA new chapter introducing rhetoric and biasProfessors and student will benefit from:Given the breadth of coverage, the book can be easily adapted for two-, three-, or four-semester programs.Multiple examples and sample documents—­this text demystifies legal writing.Helpful overview of the American legal systemStep-by-step instruction on how to write formal memos, e-memos, and opinion lettersStep-by-step instruction on how to write motion and appellate briefsIn-depth instruction on how to write and edit effectively and correctlyResources for ESL law studentsWith online Connected Coursebook access, students receive additional exercises with sample answers and other helpful resources.

A Practical Guide to Legal Writing and Legal Method provides complete coverage and analysis with the clarity and precision that has made it a classic in the field. Discussion, examples, and practice exercises teach students how to apply the concepts of legal writing and legal method to a written analysis or oral argument. The text not only provides a complete foundation for classroom instruction, but also supports independent study and review. Graduates will want to keep this text within reach as they enter legal practice. New to the Seventh Edition:Restructured format to emphasize common themesConsolidated and streamlined chapters that are even more accessible to both professor and studentsExpanded appendix on email communicationsProfessors and student will benefit from:Accessible introductions that outline and explain legal methodExamples of both effective and ineffective approaches to all of the topics coveredFocused exercises to develop and practice the skills addressed in each chapterIn-depth instruction onreading and understandingboth statutes and caselawsynthesizing cases and statutesapplying the law to specific factsorganizing and drafting a legal analysisthe principles of objective writing for memoranda, client communications, and judicial opinion writingthe principles of persuasive writing, including structuring an effective argument and writing for the courtdrafting traditional and shorter “summary of the law” memorandadrafting opinion lettersdrafting both trial and appellate court briefsGuidelines for using electronic communicationfor legal memoranda and correspondence—when it is appropriate, and strategies for effective communication in legal writing and practiceIntegrated treatment of ethics and professional conductA sample case file in the appendices with memos in both traditional and email format, client letters, and trial and appellate court briefs

Pre-Litigation Drafting - Legal opinions, demands and settlements is a useful reference for anyone working in areas of law in which there is a need to comply with a host of legislative imperatives to write in'plain language', or generally in a manner that meets the needs of a particular target audience including the imperative to write pleadings that are ‘clear and concise'. The book is also of value to those who are new to the practice of law, and who seek guidance in preparing and planning legal documents that are written before litigation commences, such as opinions and letters of demand. Inspired by the UK Department of Justice ‘Pre-action Protocols', the aim of the guidance is to provide a set of guiding principles for drafters to follow in writing documents that are effective in avoiding litigation. To this end the book now includes settlement agreements reached before summons is issued. The text applies these principles in a variety of hypothetical contexts.

Legal Reasoning, Research, and Writing for International Graduate Students, Fifth Edition, helps international students understand and approach legal reasoning and writing the way law students and attorneys do in the United States. With concise and clear text, Professor Nedzel introduces the unique and important features of the American legal system and American law schools. Using clear instruction, examples, visual aids, and practice exercises, she teaches practical lawyering skills with sensitivity to the challenges of ESL students.New to the Fifth Edition:Streamlined presentation makes the material even more accessible. Chapters are short, direct, and to the point.Five chapters on reasoning and writing, including exam skills, office memos, and rewriting.Full chapters on contract drafting and scholarly writing.New flowcharts provide a concise, visual overview for each chapter.Citation coverage updated to new 21st edition of The Bluebook.Simplified examples and exercises.Three thoroughly revised chapters on legal research, including non-fee legal research and technological changes in the practice of U.S. law.Professors and student will benefit from:Comparative perspective informs readers about the unique features of American law as compared to civil law, Islamic law, and Asian traditions.Explanations of practical skills assume no former knowledge of the American legal system. U.S. law school necessary skills explained immediately: case briefing, creating a course outline, time management, reading citations, and writing answers to hypothetical exam questions.Short, lucid chapters that reiterate major points to aid comprehension.Clear introductions to writing hypothetical-based exams, legal memoranda, contract drafting and scholarly writing.An integrated approach to proper citation format, with explanation and instruction provided in context.Discussion of plagiarism and U.S. law school honor codes.Practical skill-building exercises in each chapter.Research exercises are primarily Internet-basedCharts and summaries that are useful learning aids and reference tools

This book hits the sweet spot between books that focus only on briefs and books that try to do too much. Expertly written and constructed by Mary Beth Beazley and Monte Smith, Briefs and Beyond: Persuasive Legal Writing gives law professors options to supplement a persuasive writing course with complaints, demand letters, and other persuasive documents while not overwhelming their students. Professors and student will benefit from: A behavioral approach to legal writing A focus on how documents look as well as what they say Sidebars that answer students'common questions as they go along Effective formulas for legal writing that ease the writing process Many examples of both good and bad writing throughout that illustrate concepts covered in the text

English is the dominant language of international business relations, and a good working knowledge of the language is essential for today's legal or business professional.This book provides a highly practical approach to the use of English in commercial legal contexts, and covers crucial law terminology and legal concepts. Written with the needs of both students and practitioners in mind, this book is particularly suitable for readers whose first language is not English but need to use English on a regular basis in legal contexts.The book covers both written and verbal legal communication in typical legal situations in a straightforward manner. In addition to chapters on the grammar and punctuation utilised in legal writing, the book features sections on contract-drafting and the language used in negotiations, meetings and telephone conversations. It features a companion website which contains exercises covering the majority of the topics covered in the book's chapters.This edition thoroughly revises and expands the content of the companion website and contains updated examples, more detailed explanations of problematic areas and an expanded section on writing law essays.

Law Dissertations: A Step-by-Step Guide provides law students with all the guidance and information they need to complete and succeed in their LLB, LLM or law-related dissertation. Written in an accessible, clear format and with plenty of tools to help put the theory into practice, Laura Lammasniemi will show students how to make writing a law dissertation easy, without compromising intellectual rigour.The primary aim of this book is to tackle the issues that cause anxiety to law students undertaking a dissertation so that they can focus on the research that you find exciting. As well as explaining the process of research and outlining the various legal research approaches, the book also provides practical, step-by-step guidance on how to formulate a proposal, research plan, and literature review. The second edition expands guidance to LLM and Masters students, and provides up-to-date guidance on how to complete your project using both online resources and remotely. Unlike other law research skills books, Law Dissertations: A Step-by-Step Guide includes a section on empirical research methodology and ethics for the benefit of students who are studying for a Masters in law.Packed full of exercises, worked examples, and tools for self-evaluation, this book is sure to become an essential guide for law students, supporting them on every step of their dissertation journey.

The purchase of this ebook edition does not entitle you to receive access to the Connected eBook with Study Center on CasebookConnect. You will need to purchase a new print book to get access to the full experience, including: lifetime access to the online ebook with highlight, annotation, and search capabilities; practice questions from your favorite study aids; an outline tool and other helpful resources.The Aspen Handbook for Legal Writers is the concise reference students turn to again and again. Deborah E. Bouchoux's straightforward exposition, examples, and exercises cover every stage of the writing process. Practical tips and strategies clarify gray areas and shed light on important details that are frequently overlooked. Numerous examples throughout the text highlight the differences between ineffective and effective legal writing.New to the Fifth Edition:New exercises and challenges to test mastery of topics discussedUpdated websitesRevised Appendix A on citation form in accord with the twenty-first edition of The BluebookEntirely new section on the use of the singular they for indefinite and generic nouns and strategies to achieve gender-inclusive languageNew practical tips on timely and helpful topics such as using technology to improve writing and how to trim lengthy URLsNew sections covering: a step-by-step approach to preparing an outlineuse of roadmaps in writing projectshow to prepare an email letterSignificantly enhanced discussion of informal or email memosEnhanced discussion of ethical issues, such as protecting confidential client information in marketing materials, the ethics of texting, and the ethical implications of using social mediaNew sample documents, including a demand letter, an email letter, and an email memoCoverage of Zoom-type conferences, as part of electronic communicationsProfessors and student will benefit from:Grammar, style, and usage, presented in a clear and concise formatNumerous helpful examples that illustrate strong legal writing and common errors to avoidA special Legal Documents section with tips and strategies for writing letters, memoranda, briefs (both trial and appellate), and transactional documentsWebsite resources for every topicTips, Strategies, and Ethics Alerts that focus on key topicsChallenge Exercises that test your knowledgeA Quick-Reference Table of ContentsA Quick-Reference Style SheetAnswer Keys to Challenge Exercises, Citation Form, section for English Language Learners, and Sample Appellate Brief in the appendices

Legal Reasoning and Legal Writingteaches students how to organize and incorporate a legal argument into strong and cogent writing for a variety of applications in legal practice. This clear and coherent text has been updated to address the new skills required for modern law practice. While the Ninth Edition still includes the fundamental tools that has made it one of the best-selling legal writing texts, it has been updated to incorporate current and more sophisticated material for students wishing to take their advocacy skills to the next level. Designed for utility in a wide range of legal writing courses, the book covers multiple types of legal writing, including office memos, appellate and motion briefs, client letters, and email correspondence, as well as all aspects of legal reasoning from rule-based analysis to strategies of persuasion. It also covers other key skills such as oral reports to supervisors, appellate and motion argument, tips about the realities of online law practice and modern changes in language and style. The Ninth Edition reflects the collective wisdom of three leaders in the legal writing discipline who together have over 90 years of experience teaching, writing and speaking about legal writing.New to the Ninth Edition: New chapters 23-33 (The Shift to Persuasion). The new chapters are thoroughly modernized and to incorporate the best ideas of the legal scholarship on persuasion in an accessible and clear fashion. The newly organized chapters reflect that legal writing courses might teach appellate briefs or motion briefs, or some combination, and make the assigning of chapters easier for all approaches.New content about theory of the case, motions, procedural posture and the client's story.Professors and student will benefit from:Clear coverage of the nuts and bolts of writing an office memo, a motion memo, and an appellate brief organized to make assigning chapters easier for all different course approaches.The authors'paradigm for Organizing a Proof of a Conclusion of Law, which provides the best explanation available of the reasoning underlying the proof of a conclusion of law.Immersive pedagogy where students learn both to think like lawyers and to think like writers.A thoughtful look at all aspects of legal reasoning, from rule-based analysis to the strategy of persuasionAn accessible approach that focuses on the process of writing timely examples and exercises from legal practiceA full complement of sample documents in the AppendicesTeaching materials Include:Teacher's ManualAdditional resources included with Connected Coursebook

'Legal Drafting in a Nutshell, 5th Edition, provides guidance on producing transactional documents, contracts, instruments, legislation, and regulations that solve existing problems and prevent future problems. The book provides both a large scale, macro overview of the drafting process as well as small scale, micro focused discussion of the mechanics of legal documents at the sentence, word, and punctuation level. The book incorporates current and developing perspectives regarding subjects like plain English, legal typography, and document preparation in the 21st century. This is especially the case in sections of the text dealing with contracts and instruments, although it is true throughout the text. Legal drafting is as much a thought process as a writing process; clear thinking leads to clear drafting. This book is a guide for clear, structured thinking about drafting in order to provide readers with a structured process to follow when assembling useful legal documents.'-- Publisher.

Pleitnota's, beschikkingen, bezwaarschriften, contracten en voorwaarden: bijna elke juridische actie vindt uiteindelijk zijn weerslag in een tekst. Daarbij groeit de vraag naar klare taal, begrijpelijke beslissingen, leesbare ‘kleine lettertjes'en heldere argumentatie. Dat vraagt niet alleen inhoudelijke kennis van de juridische professional maar ook het vermogen die kennis effectief weer te geven voor een opdrachtgever of cliënt. Effectief schrijven in de juridische praktijk helpt daarbij, met richtlijnen, voorbeelden, tips en oefeningen. Uitgangspunt van Effectief schrijven in de juridische praktijk zijn de overeenkomsten tussen juridische teksten. De aanleiding is bijna altijd een probleem of geschil. Het doel is de lezer te informeren of te overtuigen. De middelen zijn: feiten weergeven, wet- en regelgeving samenvatten, standpunten beargumenteren en conclusies trekken. Effectief schrijven in de juridische praktijk behandelt het juridisch schrijfproces van A tot Z. Van de voorbereiding op het schrijven tot het schrijven van de tekst zelf. Het vaststellen van het doel, de doelgroep, de kernboodschap en de globale structuur komen aan bod. Daaropvolgend behandelt het boek het schrijven zelf: de opbouw van een tekst, de juiste formulering, een inleiding en een slot schrijven en het redigeren van de tekst. Elk hoofdstuk wordt afgesloten met oefeningen. In de bijlagen staan checklists voor brieven en rapporten, opmaak, en het vermijden van drogredenen en'verboden woorden'. Effectief schrijven in de juridische praktijk is geschikt voor studenten van alle opleidingen met een praktisch-juridische component, en met name voor juridische (hbo-)opleidingen zoals HBO-Rechten en SJD. Het boek kan gebruikt worden in verschillende jaren van de opleiding.