Whether it’s writing a critical email or analyzing a commercial problem, professionals in each role require strong skills in analytical and persuasive communication. Cornell Legal writing and communication The certificate program strengthens the essential legal writing skills for industry leaders.
According to the author of the faculty of the program Michelle WhelanClinical professor of law and dean associated for diversity, equity and inclusion to the Cornell Law School, each written word can have legal implications.
“Whether you are an employee or a CEO, you must understand all the countless ways you could interact, directly or indirectly, with a lawyer,” said Whelan. “Even if you do not interact regularly with legal advice, you must appreciate the way it can connect with your work and how your life is overlapping.”