Legal Writing : A Practical Reference

Concise and compact, the Aspen Handbook for Legal Writers: A Practical Reference, Second Edition, offers thorough coverage of proper legal writing technique and style to help students resolve questions and develop strong writing skills.

Accessible and user-friendly, this complete reference book features:

• grammar, style, and usage presented in a clear, complete, and succinct format
• numerous helpful examples that illustrate strong and effective legal writing as well as common errors to avoid
• a special Legal Documents section that offers tips and strategies for writing letters, memoranda, and briefs (both trial and appellate)
• a comb binding and conveniently compact size
• a clear organization and uncluttered, two-color page design that highlights important information
• website resources listed for every topic
• Tips and Strategies in each chapter that hone in on key topics
• Challenge Exercises through which students can test their knowledge
• quick-reference Table of Contents on the inside front cover and a quick-reference Style Sheet on the inside back cover
• helpful appendices that include Citation Form (using both Bluebook and ALWD examples), a sample appellate brief, and a section for ESL users
• CD-ROM available to instructors with additional exercises

Updated throughout, the revised Second Edition includes:

• many new examples
• current website references throughout
• new sample documents, including new legal memorandum, trial court brief, and all new case brief
• expanded information on preparing Tables of Authorities

The Aspen Handbook for Legal Writers, Second Edition, is the complete and easy-to-use legal writing reference that provides comprehensive coverage in a surprisingly compact format.