Legal Analysis Method

A Legal Analysis Method is a systematic analysis method used in legal analysis (to evaluate and solve legal problems through structured frameworks).

• Context:
  • It can (often) facilitate Logical Argumentation by providing clear steps to follow.
  • It can (often) be used in Law School Examinations and Legal Practice to ensure comprehensive analysis.
  • It can be applied to Legal Questions, including complex legal problems, ensuring all aspects are considered.
  • It can facilitate communication of complex legal concepts by providing a clear framework.
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• Example(s):
  • The IRAC Method, which organizes legal reasoning through issue identification, rule identification, rule application, and conclusion generation.
  • The CREAC Method (Conclusion, Rule, Explanation, Application, Conclusion), which modifies IRAC for specific types of legal analysis.
  • The MIRAT Method (Material facts, Issues, Rules, Application, Tentative conclusion), used for detailed case analysis.
  • An applied example of IRAC to determine liability in a tort case, systematically addressing each component.
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• Counter-Example(s):
  • Unstructured Legal Analsis.
  • Medical Analysis Method.
  • Software Analysis Method.
• See: Legal Writing, Case Analysis, Legal Education, Contract Analysis, Contract Negotiation.

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