789.01 Writing: Federal Litigation

Persuasive writing is integral to almost all aspects of civil litigation.  This two-credit hour advanced experiential course will allow you to deepen your understanding of legal research while honing your written and oral advocacy skills.  Using a simulated case, you will plan litigation strategy by interviewing a client, preparing a factual chronology of the case, and analyzing the merits of the claims.  You will also practice drafting and responding to discovery requests and preparing to take and defend depositions.  Finally, you will draft a motion for summary judgment and supporting memorandum of law and argue the merits of the motion in a mock oral argument. 

Spring 2020

Course Number Course Credits Evaluation Method Instructor
789.01
Course Credits
Reflective Writing
Research and/or analytical paper(s), 10-15 pages
Oral presentation
Practical exercises
In-class exercise
Class participation
Melissa Hanson
Sakai site: https://sakai.duke.edu/portal/site/LAW.789.01.Sp20
Email list: LAW.789.01.Sp20@sakai.duke.edu
Course
Degree Requirements
Course Requirements - JD
Course Requirements - LLM
Course Areas of Practice