law5ulw usa legal research and writing
USA LEGAL RESEARCH AND WRITING
LAW5ULW
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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-ordinatorSara Smyth
Available to Study Abroad/Exchange StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 5 - Masters
Available as ElectiveNo
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Legal Writing: Getting It Right and Getting It Written
Resource TypeBook
Resource RequirementRecommended
AuthorRay, M & Ramsfield, J
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Culture to Culture: A Guide to U.S. Legal Writing
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Resource RequirementPrescribed
AuthorRamsfield, J
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PublisherCAROLINA UNIVERSITY PRESS
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