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Legal Writing for the Undergraduate 2nd Edition Antonio C. Elefano ISBN 9798892074704

Legal Writing for the Undergraduate by Antonio C. Elefano provides a hands-on introduction to legal analysis and legal writing, giving even first-time learners a strong foundation in essential legal writing skills. Through clear instruction and carefully structured guidance, the book teaches students how to read and analyze judicial opinions and develop persuasive legal arguments with confidence.

The text opens with a thorough overview of the U.S. legal system, explaining how to interpret laws and apply them to different factual scenarios. It then moves into the core principles of legal writing, offering detailed, step-by-step instruction on drafting various types of legal memoranda and appellate briefs. Supported by practical assignments and engaging discussion, students learn how to construct clear, well-reasoned, and polished legal arguments.

New to the Second Edition:

• An expanded, step-by-step guide to preparing and delivering oral arguments.

• A new memorandum assignment based on three substantive due process cases.

• A new memorandum assignment based on five First Amendment cases.

Benefits for Professors and Students:

• A clear and accessible introduction to legal reasoning and analysis.

• Classroom-tested assignments built around closed sets of cases, allowing students to focus on applying the law.

• Instruction on how to read, brief, and analyze cases effectively.

• Dedicated chapters covering legal writing fundamentals, basic legal research, and appellate brief writing.

• Strategic guidance on structuring and presenting appellate-style oral arguments.

• A practical chapter on workshopping and revising legal writing.

• An engaging approach that simplifies and clarifies legal analysis.

• Practical advice for students interested in pursuing law school.

Legal Writing for the Undergraduate 2nd Edition Antonio C. Elefano ISBN 9798892074704, 979-8892074704 & 9798892074711

Authors:
Antonio C. Elefano