Legal Writing for the Undergraduate
“Legal Writing for the Undergraduate” by Antonio C. Elefano serves as the ideal gateway into American law and legal writing. This practical guide skillfully equips even the most inexperienced students with a solid foundation in legal analysis and writing. Through meticulous instruction and supportive scaffolding, Elefano teaches students to read and interpret cases while constructing persuasive legal arguments.
The ebook opens with a thorough introduction to the U.S. Legal System, detailing how to analyze laws and apply them to various scenarios. It then delves into the essentials of legal writing, providing comprehensive, step-by-step guidance on crafting different types of Legal Memoranda and Appellate Briefs. With engaging discussions and effective assignments, students will learn to formulate thoughtful and polished arguments.
Both professors and students will appreciate the following features:
– A clear and accessible pathway to legal reasoning
– Class-tested assignments that utilize a focused selection of case universes, honing the application of the law
– Instruction on the art of reading and briefing cases
– Dedicated chapters covering the fundamentals of legal writing, basic legal research, and appellate briefs
– Insightful guidance on the structure and strategy behind appellate-style oral arguments
– A practical chapter on workshopping legal writing
– Valuable advice on gaining admission to law school
– An engaging presentation that simplifies legal analysis.
978-1543850222, 978-1543850239
NOTE: This only includes Legal Writing for the Undergraduate in original ePub format, a convered PDF is also included and will be emailed within 24 hours of payment. No access codes or other media included.
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