Litigation & Appeals

The Modern Legal Brief: Ten Ways to Make Your Writing Stand Out

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Reid Krell
With Reid Krell from Law Office of Matthew Reid Krell
Recorded December 09, 2024
Product ID 99453

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Overview

Write a Brief Your Judge Will Want to Read

If a well-written brief has the power to propel a case, a poorly-written one carries the unfortunate consequence of weakening it. How do your brief writing skills measure up? This guide will reveal ten pointers to get your judge's attention and maximize the persuasive potential of your briefs. Uncover new tips and tricks to take your briefs from passable to powerful - register today!

  • Anticipate the needs and expectations of your audience, and avoid common judge pet peeves.
  • Capture your judge's interest in the first few words or sentences.
  • Discover how to write more concisely without losing any important points.
  • Review best practices for tying your brief together and utilizing your table of contents.

Abbreviated Agenda

  • Tip #1: Remember Your Competition
  • Tip #2: Set the Table
  • Tip #3: Frontload, Frontload, Frontload
  • Tip #4: Use Your Table of Contents
  • Tip #5: Include Something Memorable in the Intro
  • Tip #6: Make Sure the “Legal Standard” Gets to the Point
  • Tip #7: Write a Slogan
  • Tip #8: Cut Your Worst Argument
  • Tip #9: Never Use Three Citations Where One Will Do
  • Tip #10: Make Sure Your Conclusion Hits Your Theme

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Credits Available
Credit Status Total
Alaska CLE Approved 1 Total
Alabama CLE Approved 1 Total
Arkansas CLE Approved 1 Total
Arizona CLE Approved 1 Total
California CLE Approved 1 Total
Colorado CLE Approved 1 Total
Connecticut CLE Approved 1 Total
Delaware CLE Approved 1 Total
Georgia CLE Approved 1 Total
Hawaii CLE Approved 1 Total
Idaho CLE Approved 1 Total
Illinois CLE Approved 1 Total
Kansas CLE Upon Request 1 Total
Maine CLE Approved 1 Total
Minnesota CLE Approved 1 Total
Missouri CLE Approved 1.2 Total
Northern Mariana Islands CLE Approved 1 Total
Montana CLE Approved 1 Total
North Dakota CLE Upon Request 1 Total
Nebraska CLE Approved 1 Total
New Hampshire CLE Approved 1 Total
New Mexico CLE Approved 1 Total
Nevada CLE Approved 1 Total
New York CLE Approved 1 Total
Ohio CLE Approved 1 Total
Oklahoma CLE Approved 1 Total
Oregon CLE Upon Request 1 Total
Pennsylvania CLE Approved 1 Total
Rhode Island CLE Upon Request 1 Total
South Carolina CLE Approved 1 Total
Tennessee CLE Approved 1 Total
Utah CLE Approved 1 Total
Vermont CLE Approved 1 Total
Washington CLE Approved 1 Total
Wisconsin CLE Approved 1 Total
West Virginia CLE Approved 1.2 Total
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  1. Legal Brief: Ten Ways to Make Your Writing Stand Out

    • Tip #1: Remember Your Competition
    • Tip #2: Set the Table
    • Tip #3: Frontload, Frontload, Frontload
    • Tip #4: Use Your Table of Contents
    • Tip #5: Include Something Memorable in the Intro
    • Tip #6: Make Sure the “Legal Standard” Gets to the Point
    • Tip #7: Write a Slogan
    • Tip #8: Cut Your Worst Argument
    • Tip #9: Never Use Three Citations Where One Will Do
    • Tip #10: Make Sure Your Conclusion Hits Your Theme

Who Should Attend

This program is designed for attorneys. Paralegals may also benefit.

Speakers

Reid Krell
Reid
Krell
Law Office of Matthew Reid Krell
Speaker bio
Reid Krell

Reid Krell

Law Office of Matthew Reid Krell
Reid Krell

is the owner and an at attorney at the Law Office of Matthew Reid Krell, where he practices in labor and employment. He is admitted in Mississippi. Mr. Krell earned his B.A. degree from George Washington University and his J.D. degree from University of Alabama School of Law.

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