Certain types of briefs raise distinct strategic challenges, so this chapter highlights those differences (some of which will help you when you write at trial courts, too).

This chapter provides some specific tips about how to

· respond to an appellant’s brief,

· prepare effective reply briefs,

· convince a court to hear your case when the court does not need to, and

· add value to a case when you represent an amicus curiae.

Attuning yourself to the nuances of each challenge is a hallmark of effective advocacy.

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1. Certain types of briefs raise distinct strategic challenges, so this chapter highlights those differences (some of which will help you when you write at trial courts, too).