law5ulw usa legal research and writing
USA LEGAL RESEARCH AND WRITING
LAW5ULW
2015
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
In this subject students will learn the basics of the U.S. legal system, common law, case briefing and legal analysis. Students are then taught the fundamentals of legal research and writing in the American legal system. The subject will culminate in a take-home examination consisting of the drafting of an objective legal memorandum with research materials provided.
SchoolLa Trobe Law School
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorKeith Kendall
Available to Study Abroad StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 5 - Masters
Exchange StudentsYes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
PrerequisitesN/A
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjectsN/A
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Special conditionsN/A
Learning resources
Readings
| Resource Type | Title | Resource Requirement | Author and Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Readings | Culture to Culture: A Guide to U.S. Legal Writing | Prescribed | Ramsfield, J | CAROLINA UNIVERSITY PRESS |
| Readings | Legal Writing: Getting It Right and Getting It Written | Recommended | Ray, M & Ramsfield, J | THOMSON WEST PUBLISHING |
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. Be able to identify the basics of US case briefing and legal analysis.
- Activities:
- Lectures and problem solving activities.
02. Be able to prepare a legal memorandum of advice in the US style.
- Activities:
- Team presentation/scenarios on USA Legal Research and Writing facilitated by the lecturer.
03. Distinguish and display the fundamental characteristics of legal research and writing in the American legal system.
- Activities:
- Lectures and problem solving activities.
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Melbourne, 2015, Week 48-49, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorKeith Kendall
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 48 - 49
Five 7.0 hours lecture per day on weekdays during the day from week 48 to week 49 and delivered via face-to-face.
"26 Nov-2 Dec"
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Class participation | 10 | 01, 02, 03 | |
| One 6,000-7,000- word take-home examination | 90 | 01, 02, 03 |