Wednesday, February 19, 2014

Choosing The Right Legal Writing Coach

By Marcie Goodman


As a lawyer it is easy to forget that writing is a key aspect of the job. For example you have to be sure that what you write is clear and there are no potential loopholes that could be exploited because you did not properly write up a contract. One way to avoid this is to choose the right legal writing coach.

In simple terms this is someone who can help you with writing a number of forms, statements and so forth. While being a representative often involves communicating verbally you need to be sure that what you are saying makes sense. Therefore it helps to have someone guide you through the process.

Therefore it helps to have someone to guide you through the process. You need to be sure that the person guiding you has the necessary experience. This will mean they are more likely to deal with specific details and help you through scenarios that they have experienced in the past.

However it is not just technical detail. A coach can ensure that what you write is written in an interesting and engaging way. This is especially important when writing cases for the prosecution or the defence. You do not necessarily need to make a big grandstanding speech but you should not purely write technical details.

Admittedly this is not as simple as finding a formula. There are no templates that will perfectly fit all areas. In some cases some wording will have to be changed to suit different local areas. A coach with awareness of your local area is more likely to know what people will respond to.

You need to be sure that the person offering coaching has the relevant qualifications. This will ensure that you have got someone who will offer you the right advice. If they are not qualified then there is the very real risk that you could get into trouble by writing inaccurate legal documents so this is something you should check very carefully before making a final decision and agreeing to use the services of a coach.

A good way to do this is to ask previous clients. Ideally the coach should have testimonials you can check. Talk to them directly and ask them whether or not they would recommend their services. This should then make it easier to narrow down the different options as you decide who is reliable and who people recommend. Ideally you want to choose from around three different options and make choice based on their level of experience and qualifications rather than who offers the lowest price for their services.

You can find various websites promoting the services of a legal writing coach. Ideally they should be willing to provide examples of their work and proof of their qualifications. This will make it easier to find a coach that is most appropriate for your personal requirements. It is also recommended that you check online for client feedback and customer reviews to see who will offer the most effective service to suit your requirements and help develop your legal writing skills.




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