Legal Writing Center Events
Fall 2024 Writing Center Workshops
(these are part of the First Year Resource and Enrichment Series)
August 29, 2024 - Room 160
Tips on Taking Notes and Outlining in Law School
September 19, 2024 - Room 160
Tabbing Your Citation Manual and Style Guide
October 24, 2024 - Room 160
Plain English for Lawyers
November 14, 2024 - Room 160
Professional Communication 101
December 4, 2024 - Room 156 VIDEO
Tips for Taking Exams
Spring Writing Center Workshops
January 22, 2025 12:15 to 1:15 Room 156:
How craft a good writing sample VIDEO
On 1/22/2025 the Legal Writing Center Writing Fellows presented a workshop called "How to Craft a Winning Writing Sample." During the workshop, the Writing Fellows discussed what employers are looking for in a writing sample and how to professionally prepare a writing sample. Additionally, the Writing Fellows talked about cover letter tips and how to prepare for initial interviews and callback interviews. Finally, there was a question and answer session on all things related to job applications and interviews.
February 6, 2025 12:15 to 1:15 Room 156:
- Mastering Citation: a Refresher
March 3, 2025, Room 156
- Don't be THAT Lawyer - a Workshop on Professional Communication VIDEO
March 20, 2025, Room 156
- Grammar basics, online tools, and troublesome words
April 24, 2025, Room 156, Exam writing tips
April 30, 2024, Room 156, Exam writing tips (repeat)
- Final exam - What to expect and helpful tips
At the end of each workshop, one lucky attendee will win this Writing Center T-shirt.
