Course Description

LAWS 5211
Framing and Legal Narrative
General Description:
Explores the role of framing effects in constructing a legal argument. From an appellate court opinion to closing statement to a jury to a white paper to a regulatory agency to a public campaign for a ballot proposition, the role of an overarching narrative is critical to effective persuasion. Uses pass/grading.

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LAWS 5211-801

Instructor(s): Philip Weiser ; Charles Wilkinson

Meeting Times & Locations:
   Thu   2:30 PM - 5:00 PM   WLAW 303