Courses 2009 - 2010
Law A506 Legal Analysis, Research, and Writing
Offered: [Autumn-Winter-Spring]
Credits: 6
The course has three major components. First, it provides an introduction to sources of law, legal reasoning, interpretative methodologies, and professional responsibility. Second, it teaches the sources and techniques for basic legal research. Third, it develops and hones students’ ability to write about complex legal issues in a variety of settings and for a variety of audiences. Students have the opportunity to practice a number of skills, including interviewing, counseling, and oral argument. Classes include lectures, workshops, and simulated client representation exercises.
Students are assigned an instructor for Autumn-Winter (2-3 credits) and then choose an elective for the Spring (1 credit) section of the course in an area of special interest.