The IIS provides workshops and individual advice about any writing concern you have during law school. Check the information in this article to learn what's available now. Workshops Case Briefing Basics This workshop explains the purpose of case briefs, the common parts of briefs, and some ways you can get started briefing. This workshop helps you start briefing cases without locking you into one rigid format; it gives you tools you can use to develop the brief form that works for you. The workshop includes samples and opportunities to ask questions. Workshop times: Tuesday, Sept 5, at 11:00 in room Tuesday, Sept. 5, at 12:05 in room 3374 (room is located in the library) Wednesday, Sept. 6, at 1:20 in room 3374 (room is located in the library) Improving Case Briefs and Class Notes Now that you have some experience with law classes and reading cases, you can begin to refine your case briefs, adapting them to fit the needs of each class and to make the briefing process more efficient. This workshop shows you additional briefing techniques and gives you suggestions in response to your questions. To get the most out of the workshop, bring your case briefs and questions with you to the session. Workshop times: Tuesday, Sept 5, at 11:00 in room Tuesday, Sept. 5, at 12:05 in room 3374 Wednesday, Sept. 6, at 1:20 in room 3374 Individual Sessions You can reserve an individual session by going room 2378 (in the library) and signing up for any available appointment. Or you can e-mail your request to mbray@wisc.edu. Your session will be with Mary Barnard Ray, a legal writing specialist and author of three legal writing books, who has worked with students at the UW Law School for over 25 years.

Submitted by UW Law School Newsletter Admin on August 31, 2006

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