Legal Writing for Law Clerks Short Course

1 credits · Law School

This short course will introduce students to the main forms of writing for law clerks at the appellate level: bench memos and draft opinions. It will address writing style, organization, and common mistakes. It will involve writing exercises. While the class is intended primarily for students interested in clerking, it could be of interest to anyone seeking additional legal writing experience. Pass/Fail. Enrollment limited. [1]