law5ulw usa legal research and writing

USA LEGAL RESEARCH AND WRITING

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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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Capstone subjectNo

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Learning resources

Legal Writing: Getting It Right and Getting It Written

Resource TypeBook

Resource RequirementRecommended

AuthorRay, M & Ramsfield, J

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PublisherTHOMSON WEST PUBLISHING

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Culture to Culture: A Guide to U.S. Legal Writing

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AuthorRamsfield, J

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PublisherCAROLINA UNIVERSITY PRESS

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Career Ready

Career-focusedNo

Work-based learningNo

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Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes

Graduate Capabilities

Intended Learning Outcomes

01. Identify the principles of case briefing and legal analysis in United States jurisdictions
02. Prepare a legal memorandum of advice in the style applicable to jurisdictions in the United States.
03. Distinguish and demonstrate the fundamental characteristics of legal research and writing as it applies in United States Jurisdictions.
04. Work collaboratively and effectively in groups to develop a well-structured presentation on elements of US legal research and writing.

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