The Art of Legal Writing and Persuasive Oral Arguments
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About
This Course
In this program, attorneys will learn techniques for clarifying their writing, enabling them to best represent their clients. Stu Milch, an attorney who has briefed and argued more than one hundred appeals to state and federal courts nationwide, shares his strategies for drafting strong legal writing. Attorneys in attendance will leave with a fortified understanding of how to write compelling and readable briefs. The course emphasizes the implementation of citations in legal writing, preparing attorneys to correctly back up their arguments. This program also discusses when to request oral argument, and how to prepare for oral argument.
Attorneys of all levels are encouraged to attend this course to sharpen their legal writing and oral argument skills.
Learning Objectives:
- Explain the ABCs of good legal writing
- Examine techniques for avoiding legalese, jargon, and the passive voice
- Describe the reasons why one should request oral argument and why one should not request oral argument
- Discover how to best prepare for oral argument
About the Presenters
Stewart Milch, Esq.
Gordon Rees Scully Mansukhani
Practice Area: Litigation (+ 2 other areas)
With more than three decades of unparalleled experience in appellate practice and a proven track record of success before the highest courts in the nation, Stewart G. Milch is an advocate who can navigate the most challenging legal battles. Stewart brings a wealth of expertise, strategic insight, and persuasive advocacy to every case, ensuring client interests are fiercely represented at trial and on appeal.Stewart has built an impressive career across several prestigious law firms, where he honed his skills in briefing and arguing cases before numerous state and federal courts nationwide. His practice areas are as diverse as they are ...
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