Legal Writing and Analysis, Sixth Edition by Linda H. Edward and Samantha A. Moppett is a vital resource for legal writing students, offering clear guidance on developing essential skills for novice legal writers.

Overview:

This edition follows the sequence of real-world legal practice, teaching students how to read and analyze the law, write legal analyses, and draft various legal documents. These include office memos, e-memos, professional correspondence, and briefs. The book introduces students to multiple forms of legal reasoning, such as rule-based, analogical, policy-based, principle-based, custom-based, inferential, and narrative reasoning, and provides exercises to reinforce these concepts.

New to the Sixth Edition:

• Expanded Discussion of E-Memos: Reflects recent changes in legal practice.
• Updated Citation Guidance: Conforms to the latest editions of the ALWD Guide to Legal Citation and The Bluebook.
• Texting in Legal Practice: Adds practical advice on proper use in the chapter on professional correspondence.
• Inclusive Language: Explores the proper use of they as a singular pronoun in the chapter on writing style.
• Expanded Coverage of Native American Tribes: Includes information on the third sovereign entity in the United States.

Key Features:

• Accessible Presentation: Explains first-year legal writing topics in a down-to-earth, easy-to-understand manner.
• Comprehensive Coverage: Addresses objective writing, persuasive writing, and professional correspondence.
• Support for Diverse Learning Styles: Includes clear explanations and concrete examples.
• Practical Exercises: Offers numerous opportunities to practice and develop writing skills.
• Appendices: Contains sample office memos, e-memos, professional correspondence, trial briefs, and appellate briefs for reference.

This Sixth Edition is an invaluable tool for professors and students alike, providing a complete foundation for success in legal writing and analysis.