Although the essay addresses the decline of language in political and economic contexts, Orwell, in the closing paragraphs, offers rules that
cover effective legal writing as well.
The journal seeks articles that cover topics such as 1) effective ways to teach legal writing; (2) the status of individuals who teach legal writing; (3)
effective legal writing techniques; and (4) any other issues regarding legal writing.
He also brought in outside experts such as Bryan Garner, often considered the leading authority on clear and
effective legal writing.
On the academic side,
effective legal writing is the subject of scores of legal writing textbooks3 and hundreds of articles.4 Legal writing instruction has been part of legal education in some form since the time of Langdell.5 The American Bar Association's law school accreditation standards recognize the importance of legal writing by requiring law students to undertake writing experiences as part of their first - year and upper - level courses.6
It is where persuasive lawyering and zealous advocacy intersect with efficient research and
effective legal writing to meet the demands of each new case.
Perkins Coie's commitment to teaching our lawyers the principles of
effective legal writing is one of the factors that distinguishes us from our competitors.
Chris Kammerer, Associate, Gunster, Yoakley & Stewart: «I liked your description of writing legal briefs as a science — rather than an art — conveying the message that there is a formula to
effective legal writing.»
In 2016, West Academic published his sixth book,
Effective Legal Writing: A Guide for Students and Practitioners.
During the first year at Colorado Law, students take a year - long course which teaches them the essential tools needed for
effective legal writing.