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Her paper on “Effective written submissions” written in 2014. As always the aim is to persuade you to read the original, available here Effective written submissions “The written submissions filed before the hearing will be your first real opportunity to persuade. Do not squander that opportunity. First impressions count.”

Writing for court submissions is a critical skill that can significantly influence the outcome of legal proceedings. The clarity and persuasiveness of these documents can either bolster or undermine a case, making effective legal writing an essential component of successful advocacy.

Written submissions contain the skeleton of arguments that will be presented in court and a list of authorities that will be cited. Your arguments must be qualified by relevant authorities. ... It shows that effective judicial case-management is likely to flourish in an environment where: (1) the rules of civil procedure do not prescribe a ...

There is no formula for writing an effective submission. The aim is to express your point of view as convincingly and persuasively as possible. Remember, the decision-maker may receive many submissions so you want yours to be easy to read and well expressed. A good submission should: Introduce yourself or your group. It can help if you ...

When your written address contains more words than necessary, it becomes difficult for the judge to follow your argument. Short sentences and paragraphs make your thoughts clearer. Read Judgment Reports to write great Written Submissions. Judgment reports are written by judges, and it is a goldmine for those who want to understand how judges think.

Even writing one clear sentence (with an actionable recommendation!) will ensure your voice is heard. Explore Further. Making a Submission, Parliament of Australia; Making a Submission to a Committee Inquiry, Parliament of Australia; The Change Toolkit – Chapter 7 – Writing Effective Submissions, Federation of Community Legal Centres

written submissions in advance of the hearing. 2. Written submissions are your first opportunity to ‘poison the well’. It is likely to be the first thing the judge reads. Basic Rules 3. All written submissions should: identify the case and the party on whose behalf the submissions are made; be page numbered; be paragraph numbered;

The written submissions will condense the essential facts and the legal arguments you will be advancing in a case. This post is based on a note I circulated to my own team members. They contain my thoughts on what I feel make effective submissions. Some of the elements below may be a matter of personal or team style. Don’t take any of the ...

And written submissions are seen, correctly in most cases, as assisting the judge in writing the decision. The second is that technology has made it so much easier to do this. In 1982, there were no word processors. ... There are four principles the observation of which will lead to a more effective document.

The written submissions thus set the scene for the oral submissions. Judges can of course be ... Tips for Writing an Effective Appellate Brief” (2010) 11(2) J App Prac & Process 443 at 454–455. 4 find your most basic assumptions challenged. Be prepared to defend them or to abandon

The decision of Mr Justice Walker in Burrows -v- Northumbrian Walker Ltd [2014] EWHC 3305(QB) considers the need for clarity in written submission and for the issues the judge is asked to determine to be clearly defined. It also considers whether a judge can properly consider the “reasonably practicable” defence in circumstances where that defence is not properly pleaded.

Written submissions are fundamentally an exercise in persuasion, not a tool to obscure the weaknesses of a case or mislead the court. They must be meticulously crafted to assist the court in resolving matters with maximum efficiency and effectiveness. Achieving this requires a commitment to presenting arguments succinctly and logically ...

So you should say “it is my submission that…” rather than “I think that…” or “I am arguing…”. When you are beginning your submissions you could say “I respectfully submit that…”, and when you end your submissions you could say “If Your Honour/the Court does not have any questions, those are my submissions”.

Writing the submission Style, format and tone Submissions do not have to be in any particular format and can vary in style. The main thing is to try to be as clear and concise as possible. Your response does not need to be overly technical to be effective. Submissions should be persuasive in tone. Your submission will be more compelling if you

Submissions can be made in writing, with opportunity often given for an oral submission to a panel or select committee at a hearing. You will need to indicate if you wish to give an oral submission. Although submissions are usually written, you may prefer to submit a voice or video recording. This guide focuses on written submissions. Planning ...

Last Saturday, I attended the Strategic Approach on Civil Litigation and Writing Impactful Submissions Webinar, hosted by the Sabah Law Society with guest speaker Tan Sri Datuk Seri Panglima Richard Malanjum. The 2 ½ hours webinar was well worth the time as he presented in an honest and direct manner, giving us a rare look of the expectations ...

Keep in mind the purpose of written submissions 3.1. To ensure that your written submissions are effective, focus on their purpose, and how they relate to the oral argument. The emphasis on written submissions has significantly increased since the early 1980s. They are now a central part of advocacy. The written and oral submissions each have ...

The written submission gives the reader time to think and consider. The idea is to draft it so that the more it is considered, the more convincing it will be. It is arguable as to which is more effective, but I believe that the oral submission is better than the written submission in the art of persuasion because one can usually appreciate the ...

Below are some key tips on how your submission can have an impact. Tip 1: Use structure well. When writing your submission, remember – it doesn’t need to be long. The length of your submission will depend on the inquiry and if it is a personal view or an organisation’s view. We would suggest between 5-10 pages for an organisation.