Legal Analysis Method
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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):
- See: Legal Writing, Case Analysis, Legal Education, Contract Analysis, Contract Negotiation.