Writing a Legal Memorandum for the CP:CLA with Leanne the Lawyer

[@juliemay6326]

This is by far the BEST video to prepare for the written portion of the certified paralegal exam! I watched this video multiple times and passed the CP exam on my first attempt this past fall. Thank you so much for recording and sharing this video with others!

[@mariawilford9409]

It’s 2024 and I’m watching😍

[@NCJoMamaSC]

I cannot say enough positive things regarding the helpfulness of this video. It was a tremendous aide!

[@m.e.d.4717]

Watching in July 2020 ! I'm about to take the skills exam in 1 week. There is not much free help out there for the skills portion of the test. You spent so much time on this. You are appreciated. Thank you Leanne !

[@Lifeofabossmom]

In 2020 and this Paralegal certification program is intense. You were the only one that broke it down step by step. Thank you

[@pamelasmith-jimison8194]

Leanne, I would like to thank you from the bottom of my heart. I finally passed this subject in the January 2017 NALA examination window. I started my journey of taking the NALA exam in 2014. I have only two subjects left to pass. I stumbled across your youtube video a month before taking the January 2017 testing window. My results arrived on March 6th. I passed the Judgment portion. Yahoo! I am so excited. This subject was difficult. One of the main reasons I passed was due to your telling us NOT to read the story, but to read the law first. Made total sense! Thank you again and again. I have Communications and Substantive Law to pass on my next testing window in May 2017. You are an awesome teacher!

[@ItsOnlyaPlanet]

Congratulations! I am always happy to hear success stories. Good luck with your future endeavors!

[@pamelasmith-jimison8194]

How can I access your PowerPoint slides for the remainder subjects I need to pass?

[@ItsOnlyaPlanet]

Pamela Smith Unfortunately , I cannot provide my PowerPoint slides to the general public as they were made for courses I was teaching at a college and were meant for students who were enrolled in those courses. I do not have permission to distribute them.

[@marymayer6734]

Just took the Skills exam end of February. I listened to you, and listened to you. Each time got more information. Matter of fact, you were in my head when taking it! lol. Sure hope I passed. Thank you Leanne.

[@madisonschneid3066]

Wow - everyone has already said this, but this video has been INCREDIBLY helpful!! I take the exam tomorrow and I am feeling very confident! Thank you!

[@Brey-wl1mg]

Watching this in 2024! I take the skills exam 2/29. Trying to be as prepared as possible! I did also see the newer version you did on the NALA website as well, so clear and concise and has definitely alleviated some of my anxiety. You are the best, thanks so much :)

[@evilnoey4873]

Here for my healthcare law class memo assignment! Thank you Leanne!!

[@cheyanne919]

2019, I can't wait to take the exam! Thank You, so much for this video!

[@yourosco]

Wow, such a great clear concise explanation of a difficult process. Thanks Leanne Melbourne Australia.

[@davsann]

I wish they would have explained this at any moment of any course in my study, but they didn't. Thank so much!! life saver ❤️

[@angelcordray3760]

This is wonderful! Thank you for taking your time to teach this process! It is very much appreciated, I'll be using this to help me study

[@Mcgurt23]

2020 and beyond!!

[@zuzanadubois1218]

The tips in this video were a life saver!

[@paulabrewer3721]

Can you tell me how the formatting has changed? I am scheduled to take this test in 2 days. The ONLY instruction I've received thus far, is this video. I've watched it four times. It's GREAT!

[@lindsey5505]

I think this video is amazing and so very helpful! The only issue I have with it is that the volume, even on high, is still hard to hear. Maybe wear a microphone on the next one?

[@jordanquinley2471]

I *am* watching this in 2019.

[@Pain1959.]

I should have seen this video earlier ! I have struggled when and how to use IRAC method.

[@laurasastoque6140]

Leanne, just wanted to say this video has been very helpful and thank you so much for posting it; wish me luck for Sept 2017 testing!;)

[@angelcordray3760]

laura sastoque did you pass? :)

[@natercialopes396]

Leanne, this is a great video! Taking my Skills Exam in a few weeks. Any chance, you can post a new video? 😊

[@angelaw.4792]

Watching in 2019. :) Any chance an updated video is coming?

[@arieswoman1031]

Leanne- We NEED a new video! NALA changed the format, we need HELP! Please!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@kingsleypeter]

Excellent presentation. Thank You

[@limitless-LH]

I just wanted to comment and say I’m watching in 2023

[@markdiciero5738]

2021 viewer; phenomenal information. Thanks very much!

[@MyHairDrama]

I am watching this in 2020.

[@aleenrosario]

omg 2019 here ;) Lawyer forever...

[@sandracruz6095]

Thank you so much. Test for the DA office next week!

[@WW-on6bo]

Awesome! Boosted my grade!

[@alllivesmatter1792]

You are awesome ma’am! 🎉 I’m assuming these are hypotheticals that nutritionist would love you for, had it been true! Haha

[@penelopelong6336]

Virginia Koerselman is the author of the Certified Paralegal Review Manual, not just some random long name...

[@ItsOnlyaPlanet]

Yes, I know. Thanks for citing the author. But, you have to admit that they often choose unnecessarily difficult names in test questions - that was my point there.

[@CARLPERU]

Ms. Leanne, is the book you are reading is from Virginia Koerselman Certified Paralegal Review Manual? By the way, this video is amazing, it is just amazing. Endless Thank you for uploading it.

[@ItsOnlyaPlanet]

CARLPERU yes - and thank you!

[@dlcrdz00]

I am curious about the statement at 21:23 that Leanne proposed concerning the authority issue of the U.U.S. Although the statutes 15-245 & 67-4224 may coincide with one another, I would think that there was no issue as to whether or not the U.U.S. had authority to create or write statutes. Statute 15-245 expressly states that the U.U.S does, in fact, have the authority to create them, so the authority, in this case, would seem to be a moot point. Just my observation...if I am missing something please explain.

[@miggy291]

Late answer but as stated in 67-4224 if a statute infringes upon personal liberties the state must show a compelling interest for enacting said law.

[@Jamiel626]

Is this for the NALA CP exam?

[@searchforjusticeandchange9515]

This lecture is very informative, but the sound is very low.

[@hazelnut830]

Which is correct in 2019? Using FIDC or FIRAC? Or does it even matter?

[@ItsOnlyaPlanet]

Hi! If you are tasked with writing a memorandum, then you must pay close attention to what the testmaker's ask for in the instructions. If they ask you for Facts, Issues, Discussion, and Conclusion (FIDC), then that is the format you will use. If they ask for Facts, Issues, Rules, Analysis, and Conclusion (FIRAC), then that is how you should structure your answer. The important thing here is to answer your question in compliance with the instructions set forth by the testmaker's on your particular exam. I have not seen 2019's specific questions, so this is the best answer that I can give you at this time. Good luck on your exam!

[@hazelnut830]

@@ItsOnlyaPlanet Thank you!

[@thebeautifulmaria7174]

Im watching it and its 2019!!!

[@HK-zo9gk]

I am looking at this video and it is 2019 😂

[@crown4770]

What book is are reading from??

[@PhenominalWoman504]

Do you explain the issues 1st in the Discussions, then you discuss the rest of the statutes in the discussion. So 1st discuss the issues, then discuss the rest of the statutes?

[@michellegallas9916]

Will a person pass the test if their conclusions are wrong but the argument is well written?

[@keepsake327]

I don't know about how the test is graded, but what matters most is the argument in the memo. Your thoughts on how the law is applied might not be the same as the judge or your supervising attorney's.

[@angelashields6138]

Hey is it 2020 and I am watching it.

[@jenniferconrad1857]

2023 here we go!😃

[@charlotteeslava1291]

2021 thank you !

[@MI71121]

Great video, very helpful! Thank you so much

[@aksshaysharma96]

Watching it in 2020

[@flashydarkarts1797]

2020 and still up! hahaha

[@mikedoug152]

Hi.I don't know if you can help me or not, nobody else can,and my whole future is literally riding on this. I am completely lost,I don't even know where to start. I filled for disability in 2014 after I fell 12 feet to the concert and ruined my back. But I got an attorney in 2015 and they dragged their feet for 4 years,so by then I was SOL pretty much. Now I'm on my own. The judge asked for a show cause order,I just wrote a letter explaining I don't understand and can't get anybody to help me,if they can be more clear on what I am sapose to do,so they sent me a web address,it was useless,so I asked for an extension Wich they granted. But I had to go to court after that to explain why I missed the deadline. He gave me 14 days to file a memorandum of law,I have searched online,I have talked to 20 lawyers Wich won't tell me anything,I'm lost,my whole future is riding on a memorandum of law to send the Court. In the real world not my world,I should have sent a memorandum of law the day after I got the letter in the mail 2 days ago,now once again I am in panic mode and I really need help bad. Anything would be helpful if you can help me I would be forever in your debt, literally you would save my life,because if I miss this I might as well not be here anymore to be blunt. Thank you so very much!

[@denisesolvestheworld3487]

Friend, I am so sorry for your difficult time. Try contacting the courthouse, through any main number you find online, and ask for assistance locating free or low-cost legal assistance in your county. Also, you can dial 211 from any phone and you’ll be able to make selections to find legal resources in your area if any are offered.

[@femiayedun4086]

Watching in 2022.

[@tamarunitamaruni4724]

2020, watching in 2020?>>

[@elishahoward3161]

2021

[@b0ssman01]

Someone watched this in 2020 :)

[@lila-Bey]

2020 :)