Instruction
Each student will be required to prepare a legal memorandum on a topic of their choosing. However, the topic used for the debate paper may not be used for the memorandum. Each topic will require prior approval of the instructor before you begin the Memorandum. Simply email the instructor and I will inform you of my position on your topic. This memorandum will give the student an opportunity to argue a legal issue that deals with health care and directly affects the management thereof. The goal of this paper is to give the student an opportunity to put his or her research techniques to work and also, use his or her analytical skills to break down a legal topic and form a concrete argument, i.e., why the law supports his or her findings. The paper will be 5-6 pages in length. APA format will apply as will all other written requirements, i.e., Times New Roman, 12 point font, and a reference page.
Attorneys will often ask clerks (or associates) to prepare a legal memorandum about a particular legal issue. This memorandum is used within the law firm and serves to inform the attorney about the legal issue, and includes citations to legal authorities. It will also point out a split of authorities or ambiguities in the law, if applicable. It is important that the attorney to whom the memo is addressed is informed of all aspects that are relevant to the issue, not just information that is favorable to your side of the case.