Writing about complex legal matters presents unique challenges, especially in the field of family and child welfare law, ...

You’ve just wrapped up your exam prep cycle, but the real test of legal writing begins in the editing room. In 2026, the gap between competent and exceptional legal writing is defined by three ...

Legal Research and Writing (LRW) introduces students to the fundamentals of the legal system, structure of law-making bodies, sources of law; provides hands-on experiences in using legal analysis, ...

Two months ago, on March 16, the D.C. Circuit issued a notice on “Preferred Typefaces for Briefs,” in which the court explicitly “discourage[d] the use of Garamond” because it “appears smaller” and is ...

Whether seasoned or still gaining our footing, most attorneys write daily. From a junior attorney drafting a memorandum circulated internally to senior counsel preparing a critical appellate brief, ...

No prior reading is necessary, though a selection of legal writing (memo, brief, or opinion) could be helpful to their understanding. Discuss the general structure of legal writing: This exercise will ...

Whether you're drafting a law review article or preparing a court brief, mastering Bluebook citation is essential to credibility and clarity in legal writing. From correctly abbreviating court names ...

At Kline, law students begin to master legal methods and legal writing skills at orientation – before their classes even begin. Our faculty work closely with students, providing individualized ...