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Legal Research & Writing Workbook: A Basic Approach for Paralegals
Legal Research Writing Workbook A Basic Approach for Paralegals Author:Andrea B. Yelin Written specifically for paralegal students, the Fifth Edition of The Legal Research and Writing Handbook: A Basic Approach for Paralegals offers comprehensive coverage of both research and writing, dynamic pedagogy, and a clear, step-by-step approach to teaching. A widely popular text, the Fifth Edition continues to build ... more »on its strengths :
comprehensive coverage of Legal Research in Part I and Legal Writing in Part II
a clear and straightforward writing style
a clean and accessible page layout with detailed subheadings for quick access to topics
highly efficient research tools and strategies — with both traditional and electronic sources
step-by-step guidance through each stage of the writing process — from prewriting strategies, to revising, the IRAC method, legal memoranda, letters, and more
dynamic and innovative pedagogy that includes examples, exhibits, expert writing tips, exercises, practice tips, ethics alerts, and web resources
a helpful appendices with sections on Shepardizing, Cite Checking, and Citation, as well as Sample Memoranda.
a separate student workbook that provides extensive practice opportunities to students in research and writing
an in-depth Instructor’s Manual that includes sample syllabi, tests, and memos, as well as discussion topics and in-class exercises
Thoroughly updated throughout, the Fifth Edition features:
new and updated illustrations and websites
additional exercises on how to brief a case
expanded and enhanced treatment of Case Briefing and Case Analysis
internet resources — both free and fee-based — integrated into coverage of the research process
additional internet-based research exercises
new Net Notes and Practice Pointers
updated Citation Appendix reflects the 18th edition of the Blue Book and the 3rd edition of the ALWD Citation Manual, and now offering new citation exercises
If you’re looking for complete and timely coverage of research and writing, examine your desk copy of The Legal Research and Writing Handbook: A Basic Approach for Paralegals, Fifth Edition. It will become immediately apparent why Yelin and Samborn have one of the leading titles in their field.« less