Brief Writing Basics for Non-Lawyers

Topics:
  • Community Education/Outreach
  • Training (non-CLE)

Briefs are written legal arguments that present a party’s position on appeal. In this class, learn to prepare a successful brief.

Class covers:

    The purpose of an appellate brief
    Contents of briefs
    What rules guide the appellate court’s decision about whether the trial court decision should be reversed
    The importance of the statement of facts
    Format requirements for briefs
    Where and how to file
    Deadlines and time limits