PRL 404 - Legal Writing

(3 credits)

In this course students will learn the distinction between a factual and legal issue. They will learn how to incorporate the factual issues with the legal issues to formulate an argument, incorporate the rule of law regarding that issue, and analyze the facts of the case and determine a conclusion. In addition, students will learn how to read case law to determine whether the case is relevant to the issues presented. Furthermore, students will learn how to prepare legal correspondence, legal case briefs and other written legal documents.