Pleasing the Court: Writing Ethical and Effective Briefs
Written by a law professor and former practitioner, Pleasing the Court promotes high standards in legal writing. It is recommended for law school courses as well as for continuing legal education courses, law firms, and individuals interested in effective writing and the soundness of the legal system. Practical exercises are included to help readers improve their writing techniques.
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Written by a law professor and former practitioner, Pleasing the Court promotes high standards in legal writing. It is recommended for law school courses as well as for continuing legal education courses, law firms, and individuals interested in effective writing and the soundness of the legal system. Practical exercises are included to help readers improve their writing techniques.
Ch. 1State the law accurately1Ch. 2State the facts accurately15Ch. 3Provide cogent analysis19Ch. 4Write clearly23Ch. 5Avoid wordiness and legalese27Ch. 6Avoid grammar, spelling, punctuation, and typographical errors33Ch. 7Cite correctly39Ch. 8Follow court rules41Ch. 9Do not plagiarize49Ch. 10Be civil53
