Give the impression, at least, that you are doing your own research instead of relying on that of others. Support your ideas by analysis and, if possible, data. If you are graduating and want your grade turned in early, you may wish to hand your paper in earlier than the last week of classes. If you cannot use CGT or TR, use double-spaced pica. Courier always gives readers a bad impression.
Full justification is much preferred to left justification.
Examples of some good term papers written for this course may be found in 1993 issues of the Computer Law Reporter , whose editor is always looking for good copy. Please follow Blue Book rules. A helpful guide to citation of WWW material is found at a Columbia University Web site. Writing style and originality in analysis count very heavily. Do not just regurgitate a precis of the existing caselaw.