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A Practical Guide to Appellate Advocacy, Sixth Edition
ISBN: 9781543847543
A Practical Guide to Appellate Advocacy is a comprehensive textbook designed for law students and educators who want to master the art of appellate advocacy. This sixth edition, written by Mary Beth Beazley, a renowned Professor of Law and Director of Legal Writing at The Ohio State University, offers a detailed exploration of the process-based approach to writing a brief.
Who Uses It?
Primarily, this book is used by law students and instructors in appellate advocacy courses at the college and university levels. It's also a valuable resource for anyone interested in understanding the principles of appellate advocacy, including legal professionals looking to refresh their knowledge or expand their understanding of legal writing and argumentation.
History and Editions
The sixth edition of A Practical Guide to Appellate Advocacy has been updated to reflect changes in law school and practice in response to the COVID pandemic. This edition includes detailed guidance on how to participate in online oral arguments, ensuring that students are equipped with the latest skills and knowledge. The text has been streamlined to remain succinct and timely through successive editions, making it an essential resource for both students and educators.
Author and Other Works
Mary Beth Beazley is the author of A Practical Guide to Appellate Advocacy. She is known for her engaging and practical approach to teaching legal writing and advocacy. Her expertise in legal education and her ability to explain complex concepts clearly make her a trusted authority in the field.
Key Features
- Updated Guidance: Reflects changes in law school and practice in response to the COVID pandemic.
- Streamlined Text: Ensures that the text remains succinct and timely through successive editions.
- Recall and Review Questions: Includes self-assessment questions at the end of each chapter to help students review and reinforce their understanding.
- Annotated Examples: Provides annotated examples of both good and bad legal writing to illustrate how it's done.
- Four-Part Process for Writing a Brief: Guides students through a clear, specific process for writing a brief, including prewriting, writing, revising, and polishing.
- Engaging Style: Uses humor and interesting examples to engage and teach, making complex concepts more accessible.
Detailed Information
ISBNs and Formats
Hardcover: ISBN-13: 9781543847543
Connected eBook: ISBN-13: 9781543847543 (digital only)
eBook + Audiobook: ISBN-13: 9781543847543
eBook + Audiobook + Paperback: ISBN-13: 9781543847543
Audio: ISBN-13: 9781543847543
Publication Details
Publisher: Aspen Publishing
Publication Date: September 15, 2022
Number of Pages: 420
Language: English
Other Editions and Formats
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Related ISBNs:
9781543847543 (hardcover)
9781543847543 (connected eBook)
9781543847543 (eBook + audiobook)
9781543847543 (eBook + audiobook + paperback)
9781543847543 (audio)
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