Legal Analysis: The Fundamental Skill, Third Edition

by Romantz, David S.; Vinson, Kathleen Elliott

• ISBN13: 9781531011970
• ISBN10: 1531011977
• eBook ISBN(s): 9781531011987
• Edition: 3rd
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2020-08-01
• Publisher: Carolina Academic Press
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About This Book

Legal Analysis: The Fundamental Skill, Third Edition

ISBN: 9781531011970

Legal Analysis: The Fundamental Skill, Third Edition is a practical and clear guide that explains the many ways lawyers analyze the law. This book is designed to demystify legal analysis by providing step-by-step explanations of the different levels of critical thinking. It is a go-to resource for law students and educators, offering a detailed overview of law concepts and the foundations of legal analysis.

Who Uses It?

Primarily, this book is used by law students in their first year of law school and by instructors teaching introductory law courses. It is also a valuable resource for anyone interested in understanding the basics of legal analysis, including professionals looking to refresh their knowledge or expand their understanding of legal methodologies.

History and Editions

The third edition of Legal Analysis: The Fundamental Skill was published in 2020. This edition builds on the basics of the CREAC paradigm, which was introduced in previous editions, and explains how to use CREAC in a variety of additional ways. The book includes new examples and exercises to help students thoroughly understand and apply the law to a client's case.

Author and Other Works

The authors of Legal Analysis: The Fundamental Skill are David S. Romantz and Kathleen Elliott Vinson. David S. Romantz is known for his expertise in legal analysis and his ability to explain complex legal concepts clearly and simply. Kathleen Elliott Vinson brings her experience in legal education to the text, ensuring that it remains current and relevant.

Key Features

• Comprehensive Coverage: The book covers core concepts in legal analysis, including detailed explanations and examples.
• CREAC Paradigm: The CREAC (Create, Research, Evaluate, Apply, and Conclude) paradigm is introduced and expanded upon, providing a structured approach to legal analysis.
• Step-by-Step Explanations: The book demystifies legal analysis through step-by-step explanations of the different levels of critical thinking.
• New Examples and Exercises: The third edition includes new examples and exercises to help students apply the law to real-world scenarios.

Detailed Information

ISBNs and Formats

• Paperback: ISBN-13: 9781531011970
• eBook: ISBN-10: 1531011987 (eISBN)

Publication Details

• Publisher: Carolina Academic Press
• Publication Date: August 1, 2020
• Number of Pages: 148
• Language: English

Other Editions and Formats

• Fourth Edition: Available through Carolina Academic Press (ISBN: 978-1-5310-2778-0)

Related ISBNs:

• Fourth Edition: ISBN-13: 9781531012780
• Teacher's Manual (Third Edition): ISBN-13: 9781531011994

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