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Essential Legal Research and Writing Skills for Success in Law

The latest edition of How to Think, Write and Cite is a practical guide tailored for Irish law students, offering essential skills for academic success and professional development. Written by experienced Irish academics, it provides:

  • Clear, accessible guidance on legal research and writing

  • Step-by-step help with reading legislation and judgments

  • Instructions for using online legal databases                                                                

  • Tips and examples for writing effective legal essays and exam answers

  • Guidance on when and how to cite sources

  • A comprehensive citation manual for Irish legal materials, based on the OSCOLA system.