Case Preparation 2004/2005 (Blackstone Bar Manual) Book

Thorough preparation is the vital first step to winning a case. This Manual sets out practical advice on how to discover the relevant law and how to manage the facts in order to present a convincing case. Efficient legal research is an essential skill for the barrister. The important aspects of legal research such as identifying 'key words', ensuring research is up-to-date, using hard copy and computer databases are fully explained. Another necessary skill in the preparation of a successful case is that of fact management. A legal action arises from a set of facts which must be mastered by the barrister before a solution can be proposed, and these management facts are fully and systematically explained. This Manual uses realistic sets of papers which demonstrate this step-by-step approach for effective presentation of both civil and criminal cases. Other sets of papers are provided for you to practise your case preparation skills.Read More