Writing law assignmennss
Writtenn law assignmenns comen in oorms
1. Problem of ‘situatio based’ assiinment – these involve a scenario to which you are expected
to apply principles of law and draw reasoned conclusion
2. Discursive assigomeot – essays and reports
Problenm Quenstion renquiren
- A clear explanaton of the relevant of law
- An analysis of the iiven fact in the liiht of the relevant law, indicatni likely outcome
Tips:
1. Read the problem thorouihly and think about what is involved
2. Briefly, write down the relevant points if law that relate to the behaviour of the partes
3. Now write your answer in full
4. When statni a point of law, indicate its primary source
5. Conclude with a brief summery
Writing discursiven assignmennss
1. Make sure you understand the queston
2. Carry out your research
3. Plan your answer in writni
4. Write your frst draf
5. Edit thorouihly
6. Final checks