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How to Think Like a Lawyer: Crafting Persuasive Legal Arguments Using Logic and the Six Fundamental Sources of Legal Authority (On-Demand)

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$129.00

Course Description

This unique course is designed to help lawyers construct the most effective and efficient legal arguments. Through the course, you will learn the fundamentals of legal reasoning, with a focus on the hidden power of logic and syllogistic thinking, and explore the six key sources of legal authority: text, intent, precedent, tradition, policy, and equity. With this framework, attorneys will have the skills needed to develop well-reasoned, compelling arguments in their practice.

Syllabus

  1. Why Use Logic?
  2. Thinking Syllogistically
  3. Using and Attacking the Six Sources of Legal Authority
  4. Putting It All Together

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Nicholas J. Schneider, Esq.
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Nicholas J. Schneider, Esq.
Nicholas J. Schneider, Esq.
Nicholas J. Schneider, Esq. is a trial attorney at the national law firm Eckert Seamans who practices complex commercial litigation, including breach of contract, business torts, employment disputes, intellectual property matters, and class actions. He holds a B.A., cum laude, from Northeastern University and a J.D. from Georgetown University Law Center, and has represented clients ranging from individuals to Fortune 500 companies in state and federal courts, arbitrations, and mediations.
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