Every spring, I hear from a few frantic fathers.

2026Dear 1LLegal Writing
Written By Amanda Haverstick

So far, they've all called about their sons.

They’re starting law school in the fall.

And they’re “really smart.”

But they “can’t write.”

 “It’s their schools’ fault.
 They didn’t train him well.”

 “So, I need you to train him.
 Can you train my son to write?”

—“Why, yes,” I respond.

“I don’t want their writing to hold them back in law school.”

—“Of course. I’ve got a pre-law prep course focused on writing that I tailor to each student. They write for me each week and get targeted lessons and feedback. I’d be delighted to chat by phone to discuss.” 🤝

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Give me a shout.

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(And I’ll talk to mothers about daughters, too! 🙂)

💌 Amanda
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