Overview
This revision of a best-selling paperback text continues to carefully lead students through the legal research and writing process — from start to finish. It offers a comprehensive overview of research and writing skills, complemented by illustrations and exercises. Bouchoux provides everything students need to know to master the basics, from using the law library, to deciding how many authorities are enough, to polishing writing skills. Some features of note include: an exceptionally clear presentation that is logical and well-organized; 'Writing Strategies' which are integrated into each of the research chapters—providing a link between the process of researching and the process of writing; and helpful appendices which supply students with a sample legal memoranda, sample brief for court, and a sample appellate brief. The Second Edition is updated throughout and includes helpful new additions: boxes in research chapters offer Technology Tips, such as useful Internet addresses to help with research; all new assignments are found throughout the book; completely updated chapter on Computer-Assisted Legal Research, with more information on CD-ROM resources and doing research on the Internet; a new appendix with a resource guide of useful phone numbers for conducting research; and a new glossary of key terms.