Title: A lawyer writes : a practical guide to legal analysis /
Authors: Coughlin, Christine Nero; Rocklin, Joan Malmud,; Patrick, Sandy
Year: 2013
Subjects: Legal composition.; Law United States; Law; Legal composition; United States
Abstract: "Puts the reader in the place of a first-year attorney tasked with real-life assignments. In doing so, it teaches law students not only how to succeed in law school, but also how to succeed in the practice of law. The book uses graphics and samples to demonstrate the variety of ways in which attorneys write effectively, showing best practices in both traditional and electronic environments. A Lawyer Writes communicates essential skills and theories in a straightforward manner, so that they will be retained for a lifetime of practice"--Unedited summary from book cover.
Contents: How attorneys communicate -- Sources and systems of the law -- Reading for comprehension -- Finding your argument -- Organizing your legal authority -- One legal argument -- Explaining the law -- Applying the law -- Conclusions to one legal argument -- Statutory analysis -- The discussion section : introducing and connecting legal arguments -- Question presented and brief answer -- Statement of facts -- Conclusion to the memorandum -- Editing and polishing -- Client letters -- Professional E-mails -- The transition from objective to persuasive writing.