Briefing and Arguing Federal Appeals

Reprinted with a new introduction by Bryan A. Garner, editor of Black's Law Dictionary 8th ed. In addition to its discussion of appellate advocacy and a description of procedure in the federal appellate courts (Supreme Court, U.S. Court of Appeals, and specialized federal courts), this book provides valuable guidelines for writing briefs and appeals and the preparing oral arguments. Among other topics, it will teach you ways to think before you write, state facts and phrase issues persuasively, use argumentative headings, employ clear, forceful English, handle questions in oral argument, use maps and charts effectively and prevent "forensic halitosis." AALS Law Books Recommended for Libraries List 26, Legal Profession, page 20, "A" Rated.