Legal Writing: Form and Function

ISBN-10: 1556816960
ISBN-13: 9781556816963
Series: Legal Writing
Pages: 279
Language: English
Published: 2002
Publisher: National Institute for Trial Advocacy
Author: Jane N. Richmond

Description

'Legal Writing: Form and Function' contains more than 90 sets of exercises on topics ranging from the basics, such as choosing correct pronouns in a series, to the subtleties of gauging the tone of a brief. All examples in the book are drafted by practicing attorneys, and the materials come from writings related to practice such as memoranda, briefs, and letters. Throughout the book, the author helps students and attorneys identify gaps in their writing background, develop the skills to fill them, and write effectively with confidence.