💡 What if improving your legal writing could revolutionise your legal career?

In this week's episode of the Legally Speaking Podcast ™️ powered by Clio - Cloud-Based Legal Technology<https://www.linkedin.com/feed/>, we feature the brilliant Ryan McCarl, Founding Partner of Rushing McCarl LLP, a business litigation firm based in California. Ryan's impressive career includes roles as an Adjunct Professor at Loyola Law School, Los Angeles, a Fellow in AI Law and Policy at UCLA, and a litigation attorney at prestigious firms like WilmerHale. He also founded the educational technology startup WordBrewery. 📚

Ryan's latest book, ‘Elegant Legal Writing,’ published in February of this year, has garnered recognition from high-profile individuals in the legal profession.

🎧 Here's what to expect from Ryan:

📚 His journey from clerk at the U.S. Courts of Appealsto founding his own firm

🏛️ The challenges and triumphs of starting a business litigation firm

📝 Common pitfalls in legal writing and how to overcome them

🤖 The impact of AI on the legal industry

🧠 Tips for the next generation of lawyers on improving their legal writing skills

🖋️ How to structure legal arguments to be more persuasive

🧩 The importance of understanding and anticipating a judge’s perspective

🎤 Ryan's Insightful Quotes:

"The book is about how to write briefs and other documents that judges or your other target readers actually want to read and are likely to read."

"You have to adopt a growth mindset and understand that all the different ingredients of good writing are matters of skill and technique."

By tuning in, you'll gain insights into the best practices for legal writing, learn how to avoid common mistakes, and understand the evolving role of AI in the legal profession. Gain practical advice and hear fascinating stories that can help optimise your legal career. Whether you’re a seasoned legal professional or just starting out, Ryan’s expertise will provide invaluable guidance.

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