Legal Writing Resources on Westlaw

Depending on your background and experiences, legal writing can be challenging. As a legal professional, your writing is your communication tool. Legal writing requires strong writing skills and analytical thinking. Whether you're writing for law school, law review or beyond, there are a few resources that will help you prepare for your entry into the world of legal writing. Consider checking your resources such as Westlaw when preparing your legal briefs or memorandums. Westlaw offers writing advice, tips on how to research legal authorities, and ways to develop your research strategy. Another great resource is Westlaw's Black's Law Dictionary. Legal dictionaries are essential when it comes to accurate and precise legal writing. When in doubt as to what resources are available to you, just ask a law librarian. Written By Diane Bauersfeld, Law Librarian Fellow