How to Write a Case Brief for Civil Law Assignment? Guide by Legal Experts

When pursuing my civil law, one thing that I hated the most was writing the case brief. It was one thing that just not only made things difficult for me but also left me at a low ebb. Collecting data, facts, figures, then analyzing it and further interpreting it was tough. And moreover, for a student like me, who was always a backbencher, the writing task turned to be one most daunting thing.

Well, if you too feel the same (probably you do, that’s why you’re here), no worries. There are a lot more students sailing the same boat with you.

To row your boat to the safer end, here’s a guide to write a case brief crafted by civil law assignment help providers. So, let’s not waste a lot of time and proceed further.

 

So, Mr. Advocate, before you start your point, know the basic structure of putting up things at the place.

Structure of Case Brief

- Title of the Case

- The Reporter Published the Work

Court & Year

- The Procedural Posture (how it reached the court of appeal in the first hand)

- The Statements of Facts (this would be a narrative story of the incident)

- The Concerns of Appeal (the major issues that were decided to be appealed on)

- The List of Arguments (write about all the arguments that were made from either side)

- The Implications of the Policy (what were the different perspectives the judge could have)

- Black letter law (what would be the rule of law)

- Rationale (appellate that judges used to make a decision)

- Dissents (any particular dissenting or concurring opinions)

 

I guess, now you realize it was tougher than what you thought...

And the journey doesn’t end here...Let’s see what details are required to express each of these elements in your case brief of a civil law assignment.

 

Researching the Details

Facts for the Argument

It is important that the case brief you are preparing reflects your side of the case strong. Find strong pieces of evidence that were used in the court and some others that could have been used in the court to prove the culprit guilty. Be ready with your arguments and points and arrange them in an order to reflect an organized debate.

How Has the Case Begun?

It is important that you state the complete details of the case you are considering for your work. It could be the case where the case was taken for the appeal or the facts and the proceedings that were to be reflected in the work.

Do not miss the details of the work and also do not leave any loophole for your professor regarding the information of the work.

What Was the Issue?

Now that you have given the basics of the case, further substantiate the document with the issue. This needs to be a storytelling process. Here you need to mention all the minute details of the incident including how where and how when. Also, mention why the accused is at fault and the loss the victim paid. Also, discuss the big and small loops in the case study.

 

Which Rule of Law Was Used?

In your case brief, mention the law that was used to find out the culprit. State the law and its history clearly. List all the sections of the law that were used to pass the judgement. It would be a set of judgments that would have been used, so make sure that you do not miss any of the corners of the case untouched.

 

Your Analysis of the Case

It is important that the case brief you are working on is not just the report but has your opinion too. It is important that you mention your idea of the work in the case analysis and also write if you resonate with the decision. In case you have a different take of the case, it is here where you can give your opinion and justify it with the shreds of evidence.

Warning.!

Be very careful when you give your opinion. Make sure it is supported with solid evidences as it would be almost making a statement against the honorable judiciary.

Conclusion of Your Work

It is important that your work is concluded in a way that marks not just your opinion but your idea of the work too. It needs to reflect how calm and composed you were when you were going through the research. Also, reflect on your assignment that you have been organized and respect the statement of the law.

 

Woah...

Filling up the complete work was no easy task.!

When you start writing your case brief, it is important that you know the sections that are to be covered and the sections that need to be filled. We make it a point that the case brief you are working on is not just words but your insight into the case also.

 

Summary: Civil law case brief is a tough target to work on. If you decide to work on the brief of the case and are confused about how to proceed, just read the following and move ahead with the details.

 

Author’s Bio: Marie Claire is associated with Assignment Desk for the last seven years. She has been providing assignment assistance to students all around the globe. In her free time, she loves to enjoy her coffee with some book in the garden of her house.