The Legal Research and Writing Handbook, 9th Edition (ePub/PDF) – 978-1543826197 , 978-1543826180) by Andrea B. Yelin and Hope Viner Samborn delivers a proven introduction to this crucial skill for paralegals.
Written with clear explanations, examples, and visuals, The Legal Research and Writing Handbook 9E makes a complex topic easy to understand. In this updated edition, Yelin and Samborn keep up with the latest changes in legal research, citation, and technology used in today’s law firms.
This practical textbook focuses on efficient research methods for both traditional and electronic resources. It guides you step-by-step through every stage of the legal writing process, from planning to revising. The authors dive deep into the IRAC method and provide instructions on writing legal memoranda and correspondence. Throughout the book, the emphasis remains on the practical skills paralegals need to succeed.
The ebook is enhanced with:
* Examples and visual aids
* Expert writing and practice tips
* Hands-on exercises
* Ethics alerts
* Up-to-date web resources
* An easy-to-navigate page design
* Excellent exercises to solidify your learning
What’s New in the Ninth Edition:
* Updated and expanded coverage of electronic resources, reflecting how paralegals research today
* New and expanded coverage of Online Topical Classifications Systems and Researching Statutes Online
* Thoroughly updated information on research sources and methods
* Streamlined chapter on Research Strategy, centered on how paralegals conduct research today
* New and refreshed exhibits
* Revised exercises in each chapter
Benefits for Professors and Students:
* Thoughtful revisions that reflect current research practices
* Detailed discussions on using legal authorities in legal communications and synthesizing and presenting them to attorneys
* Exhibits, practical tips, updated exercises, and web resources in every chapter
* Strong pedagogy for students, including Net Notes, Ethics Alerts, and Practice Pointers throughout the ebook
* Examples that provide useful models for students
* Clear subheadings for quick access to topics
* Helpful appendix on Citation
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