Structure of a Legal Memorandum (Memo) (English/Arabic)
Type
Practical Guidance
Document type
Precedent
Date
2 May 2024
Jurisdiction
Kuwait
Taxonomy
Driving Efficiencies
Copyright
LexisNexis
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Drafting Notes
Your legal memo should be between 500 and 700 words.
To write a persuasive brief or an effective memo:
Clearly and succinctly state the issues.
Proofread the entire paper several times—no errors in grammar, punctuation or spelling.
Make sure all citations are accurate and in the correct form.
Prelims
Case Name, Number & Date:
Jurisdiction:
Court (and level):
1. Question Presented
Define the issues
2. Facts
State the Facts Requiring Analysis
3. Lower Court(s)
Give Procedural History
4. Cases and Authorities:
List Cases and Authorities
5. Discussion
Relate the Facts to the Law
6. Conclusion
State Your Conclusions and Recommendations