Caroline MaughanSenior Lecturer in Legal Skills, University of the West of England, Julian WebbPrincipal Lecturer in Legal Skills, University of the West of England
Skills are an increasingly important element in legal education. This book combines theory and practice - the blending of concepts from psychology, sociology and management studies with the clinical training associated with the DRAIN skills.
Contents:
Descent into the swamp.
Learning to live in the swamp.
Problem-solving (i) the practical dimensions.
Problem-Solving (ii) the business and ethical dimensions.
Law talk and lay talk: lawyers as communicators.
Interviewing: building the relationship and gaining participation.
