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Mary Beth Beazleys highly regarded A Practical Guide to Appellate Advocacy is a comprehensive studentfocused guide to writing appellate briefs. Written in an understandable, direct writing style, this concise paperbacks effective structure centers on a fourpoint approach to writing and breaks each point down into key elements that are then treated indepth.New to the Fifth Edition: New bullets at the end of each chapter reviewing major takeaways Expanded coverage of research advice in Chapter 3, including discussion on Boolean searches A new chapter on using statutes in briefs, covering Reading statutes effectively Making statutory interpretation arguments Research techniques for statutory interpretation argumentsProfessors and students will benefit from: Studentfriendly writing that is easy to read and understand Annotated examples both good and bad that help students understand why certain methods are effective Chapters on effective use of cases and statutes that address common problems experienced by students Numerous formulas that make learning and remembering easy: Creac Formula for effective topic sentences Formula for effective case descriptions ''Template'' formula for effective signals to the readerTeaching materials include: Powerpoints with effective examples and teaching notes Selfgrading guidelines and examples of selfgrading of effective and ineffective legal writing
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'A Practical Guide to Appellate Advocacy'? A: The book focuses on providing a comprehensive, student-friendly guide to writing appellate briefs, emphasizing clarity and effectiveness in legal writing.
- Q: Who is the author of this guide? A: The author of the guide is Mary Beth Beazley, a recognized expert in the field of legal writing.
- Q: What are some key features of the fifth edition? A: The fifth edition includes new chapter summaries, expanded research advice, and a new chapter on using statutes in briefs, making it more comprehensive for students.
- Q: How many pages are in this book? A: The book contains 512 pages.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in legal writing? A: Yes, the book is designed to be student-friendly and is suitable for beginners, providing clear explanations and annotated examples.
- Q: What teaching materials are included with this book? A: The book includes PowerPoint presentations with effective examples, teaching notes, and self-grading guidelines for evaluating legal writing.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The book is available in a paperback binding.
- Q: When was 'A Practical Guide to Appellate Advocacy' published? A: The book was published on November 16, 2018.
- Q: Does this book cover practical techniques for writing? A: Yes, it includes various formulas and techniques, such as the Creac Formula for effective writing, to help students learn and remember key concepts.
- Q: Can this book assist in understanding statutory interpretation? A: Yes, the new chapter on using statutes addresses reading statutes effectively and making statutory interpretation arguments.