3. Point headings that focus
the decision maker's attention on a specific legal problem in the case.
• Point headings focus on an independent ground of relief in the case.
• Strongest points in the argument are included as headings. Insignificant
points are not included as headings.
• Headings and sub-headings are sequenced persuasively to lead readers to
the writer's conclusions.
• For each heading, the number of sub-headings equals the significant
steps of logic in the argument.
• Too many sub-headings fragment the argument so that readers can't
quickly see how the argument fits together.
• Too few sub-headings hide the argument's logic.
• Each heading makes explicit the relief that the writer is seeking.
• Headings and sub-headings contain facts and legal rules that show how
the law applies to your case.
• Headings and sub-headings are presented with forceful assertion.
• Headings and sub-headings are stated with precision, clarity and economy
according to General Writing Competency #3.
• Headings and sub-headings conform to the mechanics of the language
according to
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