Page 28 - Foundations Chapter 8 PowerPoint: Introduction to Authorities and Citing

Conclusion:

Key Takeaways

▪ Authorities are used to support

arguments to the court & to

formulate advice for the client

▪ Primary authorities are

mandatory if they fall in your

jurisdiction

▪ Secondary authorities and

primary authorities from other

jurisdictions are persuasive

▪ Follow Bluebook and/or ALWD

for citation instructions

▪ Research is only useful if

properly cited

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