A Practical Guide To Legal Writing and Legal Method, Fifth Edition (Aspen Coursebook)

John C. Dernbach, Richard V. Singleton II, Cathleen Wharton, Joan Ruhtenberg, Catherine J. Wasson

ISBN 10: 1454826991 / ISBN 13: 9781454826996

Published by Aspen Publishers, 2013

Item in good condition and has highlighting/writing on text. Used texts may not contain supplemental items such as CDs, info-trac etc. Seller Inventory # 00080509653

Synopsis:

An updated classic presents the essential skills of legal reasoning and analysis to a new generation of law students. Its straightforward, flexible presentation man allows each teacher and student to engage with the material in his or her own way. Legal reasoning and writing is carefully explored as series of accessible and simple guidelines, and focused exercises allow students immediate practice. By covering the basic principles of legal method, students learn to apply these principles in legal writing. Extensive appendices offer useful examples.

The Fifth Edition offers a brand new chapter on oral argument as well as additional material on electronic communication. A fresh and tightened presentation is enhanced by a two-color design.

Features:

• updated classic for a new generation of law students
• flexible, straightforward presentation
• covers the essential skills of legal reasoning and analysis
• allows each teacher and student to engage in his or her own way
• legal reasoning and writing presented as a series of accessible and simple guidelines
• focused exercises allow students immediate practice
• students learn the basic principles of legal method and apply them to legal writing
• extensive appendices with useful examples

Thoroughly updated, the revised Fifth Edition presents:

• a new chapter on oral argument
• additional material on electronic communication
• fresh and tightened presentation throughout
• 2-color design

Bibliographic Details

Title: A Practical Guide To Legal Writing and Legal...
Publisher: Aspen Publishers
Publication Date: 2013
Binding: Soft cover
Condition: Good
Edition: 5th or later Edition