Logic for Lawyers : A Guide to Clear Legal Thinking

by Ruggero J. Aldisert

To win in court you must master the elements of legal logic--the ultimate tool of persuasion in the courtroom. In Logic for A Guide to Clear Legal Thinking, Senior U.S. Circuit Judge Ruggero J. Aldisert tells how to use legal reasoning to persuade judges and juries. A 30-year veteran of the bench, Aldisert helps litigators understand and apply the elements of legal logic. Using these skills, you can argue more persuasively--both in briefs and before the court. And just as critically, you can also expose flaws in adversaries' arguments. The result? A competitive edge in the courtroom. Rather than miring readers in exotic formulas and theories often found in logic texts, Aldisert explains in broad strokes the basics of logic and its application to legal thinking. You'll gain important insight into the mental processes we use in "thinking like a lawyer."

Genres: Law

270 pages, Paperback

First published June 28, 1989

Reviews

[huhsmile · Rating 4 out of 5]

Very matter-of-fact, and good at breaking down terminology for beginners. I think visuals like graphs or illustrations would help greatly when it comes to explaining logic formulae. But the size of the text and the way the subjects are paced makes the book must more manageable and less intimidating.

[Bella Kierce · Rating 5 out of 5]

So helpful!