ABSTRACT
This book is not intended to be prescriptive in any way; rather, it is intended to offer you a helping hand, especially in your early years of studying law. You will find that there is not always one way to do things or just the one answer. For example, you can plan an essay in a number of ways; each method will have its own advantages and disadvantages, but your choice will ultimately come down to personal preference and what works for you. You need to explore these things and through trial and error, identify what method is most effective for you personally. You need to be open to trying different techniques in order to be sure that you have found the best fit for you. It is for this reason that we have used examples featuring fictional students to explain ideas and concepts – based not on any particular individuals but who feature a mixture of characteristics we often come across in our teaching. So let’s meet them, as they will be popping up throughout this book to explain ideas and work through examples with you.
