Legal Writing in the Disciplines: A Guide to Legal Writing Mastery
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One of the most common misconceptions about law school preparation is that any undergraduate major suffices. While law schools welcome students from diverse academic backgrounds, the lack of a direct connection between these disciplines and legal studies often leads to frustration and confusion. By re-conceptualizing law within its disciplinary context, Legal Writing in the Disciplines bridges this gap. This text effectively communicates legal analysis and writing skills to pre-law and new law students using the language of their undergraduate and graduate majors, emphasizing that legal writing is disciplinary writing, not merely a technical skill. This approach facilitates a smoother transition into law school, as students are better equipped to understand the legal discipline and engage with its unique modes of reading and writing.
ISBN
9781594609596
Publication Date
2012
Publisher
Carolina Academic Press
Keywords
Legal Writing, Legal Communication, Writing Mastery, Legal Discourse, Legal Analysis, Writing Techniques, Persuasive Writing, Writing Structure, Research Skills, Clarity in Writing, Citation Practices, Discipline-Specific Writing, Writing Strategies, Audience Awareness, Critical Thinking, Case Analysis
Recommended Citation
Teri A. McMurtry-Chubb, Legal Writing in the Disciplines: A Guide to Legal Writing Mastery (2012)
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Available at UIC Law Library - 6th Floor Reserve; KF250.M39 2012