Legal Writing: Process, Analysis, and Organization, Seventh Edition by the 2017 Burton Award recipient and renowned author, Linda Edwards, is 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 Seventh Edition uses adult learning theory concepts and a “flipped classroom” approach to add even greater focus and efficiency to classroom and study time. Key Features: New Chapter (4) on working with statutes. Updated chapter on citation Improved coverage of brief-writing Streamlined chapter on letter writing to better meet the need of a first-year course. Modern process approach, with streamlined content for better absorption by students Clear and informal language Helpful appendices offering sample of office memos, sample letters, and appellate briefs.
Offers people in the legal profession insight into the writing process and describes how they can create legal documents with organized ideas and refined prose.
Explains the fundamentals of legal writing, covering such topics as editing prose, improving arguments, litigation and technical writing, and writing memos, briefs, and contracts.
In this new edition, Garner preserves the successful structure of the original while adjusting the content to make it even more classroom-friendly.
Lisa Webley explains how to reference others' work clearly and correctly, making this book a useful tool for students concerned about issues of plagiarism.
"Effective legal writing calls not only for artistry but also for scientific understanding.
This highly regarded paperback, specifically directed at legal writers, offers crisp, pointed advice written in a personal and humorous style lucid organization that helps students find the information they need most, including practice ...
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.
The book encourages legal writers to challenge conventions and offers valuable insights into the writing process: how to organize ideas, create and refine prose, and improve editing skills.
Theories and Strategies in Persuasive Writing, Third Edition Michael R. Smith ... Pathos and Good Will Exercise 7.3: Analyzing the Good Will Component of Ethos Evincing Intelligence I. The Traits of an Intelligent Legal Writer II.
This book helps legal writing professors balance the need to encourage original and strategic thinking while providing guidance for students as they develop their legal writing skills.