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.
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.
