Veidlapa Nr. M-3 (8)
Study Course Description
Development and Practical use of Legal Argumentation
Course Code
SZF_237
Branch of Science
Law; Other Sub-Branches of Law; Theory and History of Rights
ECTS
6.00
Target Audience
Law
LQF
Level 7
Study Type And Form
Full-Time; Part-time (Off site)
Study Course Implementer
Course Supervisor
Kitija Kalsnava
Structure Unit Manager
Ieva Puzo
Structural Unit
Faculty of Social Sciences
Contacts
Dzirciema street 16, Rīga, szf@rsu.lv
About Study Course
Objective
To help students understand the application of legal argumentation in the field of law and the basics of Latin, while fostering the development of competencies for using legal argumentation effectively in public speaking.
Preliminary Knowledge
General Understanding of Law.
Learning Outcomes
Knowledge
1.LATIN - students will be able to correctly read and pronounce common Latin expressions that are used in legal practice. Can navigate the most common Latin terms and phrases used in reasoning. Will gain a basic understanding of the fundamentals of Latin grammar (noun, verb, pine words) to understand the structure of these expressions more deeply.
Individual work and tests
Grammar and Lexicon of Legal Latin
2.ARGUMENTATIVE – able to explain differences in inductive and deductive conclusion; is able to identify methods of interpretation of legal provisions; is able to explain the grammatical and legal design of the norm; able to characterise the nature of legal silogism.
3.PRESENTATION – able to name the types of speech and the foundations of the structure of speech; able to explain the use of reasoning in public speech.
Skills
1.LATIN - will be able to use the Latin expressions commonly used in legal texts and speeches independently and according to context. Using basic grammar knowledge will be able to accurately interpret and translate Latin phrases, avoiding misunderstandings in legal communication.
2.ARGUMENTATIVE – is able to form inductive and deductive conclusions; able to determine the grammatical design of the norm by interpreting the norms of law; is able to determine the legal structure of legal provisions; able to describe a specific case of life and find the legal framework to be used.
3.PRESENTATION – is able to create speech content according to the target audience and situation; apply verbal and non-verbal means of expression.
Competences
1.LATIN - will be able to critically evaluate and analyze unseen or rarely used Latin expressions to find their relevance in the legal context. Is able to understand Latin terms independently in contracts, legal norms and case law, thus improving the vocational lexicon.
2.ARGUMENTATIVE – capable of independently constructing legal reasoning using logical conclusions, ways of constructing the norm and methods of interpreting the norms.
3.PRESENTATION - ability to adapt speech to different professional situations, critically evaluate communication effectiveness, manage public speech stress.
Assessment
Individual work
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Title
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% from total grade
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Grade
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1.
Presentation for Public Speaking |
-
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10 points
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Examination
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Title
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% from total grade
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Grade
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1.
Grammar and Lexicon of Legal Latin |
0.00% from total grade
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10 points
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2.
Legal Norm Construction |
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10 points
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3.
Legal Norm Interpretation |
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10 points
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4.
Case Solving |
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10 points
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Study Course Theme Plan
FULL-TIME
Part 2
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Lecture
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Modality
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On site
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Study room
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2
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Topics
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Inductive and Deductive Inference
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Grammatical and Legal Construction of Norms
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Lecture
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Modality
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Contact hours
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On site
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Study room
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2
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Topics
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Methods of Interpretation of Legal Norms
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Lecture
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On site
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Study room
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2
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Topics
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Legal Syllogism
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Practical Construction of Legal Argumentation
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Lecture
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Modality
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On site
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Study room
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2
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Topics
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Introduction to Public Speaking
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Types and Structure of Speeches
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Lecture
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On site
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Study room
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2
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Topics
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Legal Argumentation and Speech
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Verbal Expression – Diction, Intonation, Tempo
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Lecture
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Modality
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Location
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On site
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Study room
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2
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Topics
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Nonverbal Communication and Stress Management
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Creating a Speech Outline
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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On site
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Study room
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2
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Topics
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Latin Nouns
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Latin Verbs
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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On site
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Study room
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2
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Topics
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Latin Prepositions
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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On site
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Study room
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2
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Topics
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Inductive and Deductive Inference
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Grammatical and Legal Construction of Norms
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Practical Construction of Legal Argumentation
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Study room
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2
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Topics
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Practical Construction of Legal Argumentation
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Study room
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2
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Topics
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Creating a Speech Outline
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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On site
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Study room
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2
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Topics
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Public Speaking Analysis
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Presentations of Student Speeches
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Total ECTS (Creditpoints):
6.00
Contact hours:
48 Academic Hours
Final Examination:
Exam
PART-TIME (OFF SITE)
Part 2
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Lecture
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On site
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Study room
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4
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Topics
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Inductive and Deductive Inference
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Grammatical and Legal Construction of Norms
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Methods of Interpretation of Legal Norms
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Lecture
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Study room
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4
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Topics
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Legal Syllogism
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Introduction to Public Speaking
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Types and Structure of Speeches
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Lecture
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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|---|---|---|
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On site
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Study room
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4
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Topics
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Legal Argumentation and Speech
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Verbal Expression – Diction, Intonation, Tempo
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Nonverbal Communication and Stress Management
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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|---|---|---|
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On site
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Study room
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4
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Topics
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Latin Nouns
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Latin Verbs
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Latin Prepositions
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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|---|---|---|
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On site
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Study room
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4
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Topics
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Inductive and Deductive Inference
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Grammatical and Legal Construction of Norms
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Methods of Interpretation of Legal Norms
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Practical Construction of Legal Argumentation
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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|---|---|---|
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On site
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Study room
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4
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Topics
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Creating a Speech Outline
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Public Speaking Analysis
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Presentations of Student Speeches
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Total ECTS (Creditpoints):
6.00
Contact hours:
24 Academic Hours
Final Examination:
Exam
Bibliography
Required Reading
1.
Juridiskās metodes pamati. 11 soļi tiesību normu piemērošanā. Rīga: Ratio iuris, 2003 (akceptējams izdevums)
2.
Meļķisis E. Tiesību normu iztulkošana. Rīga: LU, 2000. (akceptējams izdevums)
3.
Neimanis, J. Ievads tiesībās. Rīga: [autora izdevums], 2004 (akceptējams izdevums)
4.
Strads, M. Latīņu valodas konspektīvā gramatika. Rīga, Zvaigzne ABC, 2023
5.
Sīlis J. Runa un tās māksla. Rīga: Zvaigzne ABC, 2017
6.
Andersone L. Ievads komunikācijā. LU Akadēmiskais apgāds, 2015
7.
Gusāns I. Latīņu valoda – nepieciešamība vai ekstravagance?
8.
Brian K. Johnson; Marsha Hunter. The Articulate Advocate: Persuasive Skills for Lawyers in Trials, Appeals, Arbitrations, and Motions. 2016
9.
Brian K. Johnson; Marsha Hunter. The Articulate Attorney: Public Speaking for Lawyers. 2013 (akceptējams izdevums)
10.
Henry T. Wihnyk. Speaking Outside the Courtroom: Public Speaking for Lawyers. 2019
Additional Reading
1.
Rāta A. Latīņu valoda juristiem. Rīga: Zvaigzne, 1991
2.
Vedins I. Loģika. Rīga: 2000 vai 2009
3.
Philip N. Meyer. Storytelling for Lawyers. 2014
4.
Jonathon Shapiro. Lawyers, Liars, and the Art of Storytelling : using stories to advocate, influence, and persuade. 2014
5.
Latin Law Terms | Definiti
6.
Essential Latin Legal Terms
7.
TED Talks (Chris Anderson). The Official TED Guide to Public Speaking. 2016