Mastering legal citations demonstrates professionalism If you’re an appellate attorney, writing accurate legal briefs is crucial, and that includes using the right citation terms. Two terms you’ll often encounter are id. and ibid.—but what’s the difference between...
Brief rejections damage your reputation as an attorney It’s crucial for lawyers to steer clear of brief rejections in federal court to protect both their clients’ interests and their professional reputation. Rejected briefs not only cause frustrating...
When writing a legal brief, every word you choose, every section you include, every case you cite, they all have a specific purpose—and that purpose is to be persuasive. Each element of your brief must work hand-in-hand with all the others to create a powerfully...
Creating a winning brief requires significant attention to detail, research, a thorough understanding of the legal issues involved, flawless formatting, and the ability to think one step ahead of any counter arguments. A well-constructed brief demonstrates your...
