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An embargo is a term used in law that refers to a government order that restricts or prohibits trade with a specific country or the exchange of certain goods. Imagine a situation where a country feels threatened or wants to express disapproval of another nation's actions. To show this, it might decide to stop all trade with that country.
CLEAR AND ACTIVE LEGAL WRITING Despite the many long, convoluted, and legalese-filled opinions you’re likely to read in law school (and perhaps beyond), legal writing has evolved to prioritize clarity and plain English. The following points will help you convey complex arguments and ideas in the simplest way possible. 1. Be Concise 2.
Three types of decisions. This manual will refer to three types of written decisions: full-dress opinions, memorandum opinions, and summary orders. Full-dress opinions are those that present a structured discussion of the facts, legal principles, and governing authorities involved in a case.
Always keep the objectives in mind when drafting any piece of writing: A memorandum to a client must analyze the issues, report the state of the law and recommend an appropriate course of action.
In the “real world,” writing matters because, whether it is a motion to dismiss for failure to state a claim, a motion for summary judgment, a trial or appellate brief, or an arbitration statement, writing is an important vehicle by which you advocate for your client.
Because legal arguments can be quite complex, fallacies can be especially hard to detect in legal memoranda, briefs, and judicial opinions. Knowing how to spot and avoid them can improve your legal writing and advocacy immeasurably. By familiarizing yourself with the fallacies listed on this handout and searching for them in your own writing ...
performing a preemption check, updating your legal research, and verifying citations and quotations can be overwhelming. Westlaw ® can help you accomplish all of these tasks efficiently.
