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The Science of Readable Legal Writing

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Session 01: The Science of Readable Legal Writing - There is a growing body of empirical research that validates many of the best writing and legal-writing tips the experts have been pushing for years. This presentation highlights the tips, explains the research, and suggests how to implement the tips in your own writing.

Session 02: Beyond the Font Wars: Word Processing Tips for Formatting Appellate Briefs - Don't let bad formatting get in the way of a good argument. Learn intermediate and advanced techniques to make your briefs readable and user friendly.

Includes: Video Audio Paper Slides

  • Total Credit Hours:
  • 1.50
  • Credit Info
  • TX, CA, PA
  • Specialization: Criminal Law | Criminal Appellate Law | Juvenile Law
  • TX MCLE credit expires: 7/31/2025

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1. The Science of Readable Legal Writing (Jul 2024)

Wayne Schiess

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The Science of Readable Legal Writing (Jul 2024)

There is a growing body of empirical research that validates many of the best writing and legal-writing tips the experts have been pushing for years. This presentation highlights the tips, explains the research, and suggests how to implement the tips in your own writing.

Originally presented: May 2024 Conference on Criminal Appeals

Wayne Schiess, The University of Texas School of Law - Austin, TX

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2. Beyond the Font Wars: Word Processing Tips for Formatting Appellate Briefs (Jul 2024)

Douglas R. Gladden

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Beyond the Font Wars: Word Processing Tips for Formatting Appellate Briefs (Jul 2024)

Don't let bad formatting get in the way of a good argument. Learn intermediate and advanced techniques to make your briefs readable and user friendly.

Originally presented: May 2024 Conference on Criminal Appeals

Douglas R. Gladden, Rosenthal Kalabus & Therrian - McKinney, TX