LAWS C128 - Legal Research And Writing

Institution:

Duquesne University

Subject:

LAWS - Law School

Description:

This is a year-long course taught in small group sessions emphasizing the development of a variety of concepts, skills and techniques. Emphasis is placed on case analysis and synthesis, effective legal writing style, and use of the law library. At least three principal writing assignments introduce students to preparation of memoranda, appellate briefs and other forms of legal writing. Faculty members confer individually with students on these assignments. Additional shorter writing assignments may also be made. Finally, students are introduced to the use of computer-assisted legal research systems.

Credits:

0.00 - 3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.duq.edu

Phone Number:

(412) 396-6000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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