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The Art of Preparation: A Comprehensive Guide to Mock Trial Training

Jonathan Leach LLC

You’ll work to understand the legal issues involved in the case and identify any relevant laws and precedents to craft a legal strategy. This is a foundational step for legal research, as it teaches participants how to navigate legal databases, statutes, and case laws to build a strong argument.

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Is a Web Bug a Wiretap?

E-Discovery LLC

Thus, the rule of lenity must apply, thereby entitling the defendants to “the benefit of any rational doubt” in the construction of the statute…. Reviewing Massachusetts case law, the court found no precedent for Ms. It also focused on the word “any” that preceded the word “communication.” at *21, 23.

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By the Rules: Techniques for Writing Persuasive Rules

WA Bar News

Generally, choose to quote favorable parts of a rule, when a binding court said it best, and paraphrase parts of a rule to construct a sentence logically or where you can say something with greater clarity. Build Persuasive Case Illustrations Support your argument by choosing favorable case illustrations and contextualizing unfavorable cases.

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Drafting Transactional Documents and Avoiding Ambiguity

WA Bar News

Example 3: Disputes under this contract shall be resolved by a panel appointed by the architect consisting of three neutrals, two attorneys certified in Construction Law and one attorney certified in Environmental Law. It is unclear from this clause whether there are six individuals on this panel or only three.

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Mastering Legal Language: A Guide to Clear and Effective Legal Drafting

Destination Articles Blog

Arguments and Analysis Each argument should be presented and supported with appropriate legal precedents and statutory references. These references should be carefully applied to the facts of the case to strengthen the argument. Deepen your understanding by familiarizing yourself with relevant legal precedents and statutes.