Introduction to Legal Writing

Catalog description

This course will provide students with an introduction to the fundamental skills of legal writing. Specifically, students will learn the basic tools for effective legal writing including IRAC - the underlying format for legal writing. Additionally, students will learn about three different types of legal writing and the specific strategies for each (case brief, legal memorandum, motion). Students will also learn how to interpret statutes, cases, and pleadings as well as synthesize the material. Finally, students will develop strong legal writing skills by preparing a case brief, memo, and a simple motion.