Good legal writing is a lot more than simply getting the law right. The year 2025 has been a very busy one for me in terms of drafting legal briefs on some issue or another. This means that not only ...

A well-crafted legal brief can shape a judge’s perspective long before oral arguments begin. From structuring arguments with clarity to leveraging academic and empirical insights, persuasive briefs ...

Case briefing has a long history in legal studies as a tried-and-true method for reviewing and analyzing judicial opinions. Whether you’re a law student attempting to master case briefing, or a lawyer ...

To support important or novel cases, counsel should seek amicus briefs from groups or experts. Amicus motions require court approval early, and most are granted. Effective briefs add valuable legal or ...