Legal research and communication (6 points)
(LAW)
Leader: Leighton Morris
Offered:
Clayton First semester 2004 (Day)
Clayton Second semester 2004 (Day)
Clayton First semester 2005 (Day)
Clayton Second semester 2005 (Day)
Synopsis:
Objectives: On completing this unit a student should have: (a) a familiarity with the basic sources of law in common law jurisdictions and the methods used to locate those sources; (b) the ability to independently research legal topics for the purposes of selecting, developing and writing a legal exposition and/or critique; (c) the ability to interpret and use legal references, including those found in reading guides, footnotes, bibliographies etc; (d) improved clear and critical thinking skills; (e) improved law related english-language skills pertaining to listening, reading, discussion, note-taking and the delivery of structured oral presentations; (f) an ability to observe the main conventions of english expression, including those most relevant to regular legal discourse; (g) improved legal writing skills, particularly in the areas of structure, expression and style; (h) a familiarity with the use of word-processors as an aid in the development of legal writing skills.
Assessment: Two (2) one hour class tests each worth 15% (not more than 1100 words each) Assignment(s) worth 60% (not more than 4500 words) Short presentation worth 10%
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