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Client Interview Assignment

Prepare a memorandum to your supervising attorney laying out the issues raised by the client's scenario and setting forth the subjects and questions that should be addressed in the client interview.

Rubric Code: V6X63A

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Subject: Law

Type: Assignment

Grade Levels: Undergraduate

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	Unacceptable 0-4 points (N/A)	Below Average 5-9 points (N/A)	Average 10-14 (N/A)	Above Average 15-19 points (N/A)	Outstanding 20-25 points (N/A)
Organization & Structure Overall organization and structure of paper.	Unacceptable - Organization and structure make it impossible to ascertain the message of the writer. - Introduction and/or conclusion is missing. -Topics are not addressed thoroughly.	Below Average -Organization and structure detract from the goal of obtaining all relevant information. -Introduction isincomplete. -Topics are somewhat, though not addressed thoroughly.	Average - Structure of the questions is not easy to follow. - Introduction is missing or, if provided, does not preview causes of action and major points. - Topical transitions need improvement.	Above Average -Structure of the paper is mostly clear and easy to follow. -Introduction provides some background, discussion of causes of action and previews some of the major points. -Topical transitions are mostly present and logical, and mostly maintain the flow of thought throughout the paper. -Topics are covered, but not completely addressed.	Outstanding - Structure of questions is clear and easy to follow. - Introduction provides sufficient background on the topic, addresses the likely cause(s) of action, their elements and previews major points. - Topical transitions are present and logical and maintain the flow of thought throughout the paper. -Each topic within the paper is addressed thoroughly.
Content & Development Overall content and development of paper. Knowledge of subject matter. Tying subject with psychological theory material.	Unacceptable - Content is incomplete. - Major points are not fully developed. - Does not tie in to the law stated by the student.	Below Average -Content is mostly incomplete. Some major legal issues were not addressed. -Major points are mostly ignored. -Scant tie in to the law stated by the student.	Average - Coverage of topics is not comprehensive. - Major points are addressed, but not well developed. - Research into possible causes of action is inadequate or does not address all issues or potential defendants. - Content is inconsistent with regard to purpose and clarity of thought. - Limited tie in to the law stated by the student.	Above Average -Coverage of topics is mostly comprehensive and accurate. -Major points are addressed, but some are not well developed. -Research is mostly adequate and timely. -Content and purpose of questions lacks some clarity. -Ties in with the law stated by the student adequately.	Outstanding - Content is comprehensive, accurate, and persuasive. - Major points are stated clearly and are well developed. - Research is adequate, timely and properly cited. - Content and purpose of the questions are clear. - Connects questions with the law stated by the student well.
Grammar, Punctuation & Spelling Including grammar, spelling, length, formatting, etc.	Unacceptable - Paper contains numerous grammatical, punctuation, and spelling errors. - Language uses excessive jargon or conversational tone.	Below Average Paper contains several grammatical, punctuation, and spelling errors. -Language is unclear, and includes the use of jargon or conversational tone.	Average - Paper follows most guidelines. - Paper contains few grammatical, punctuation, and spelling errors. - Language lacks clarity or includes the use of some jargon or conversational tone.	Above Average Paper follows almost all guidelines. -Paper contains very few grammatical, punctuation, and spelling errors. -Language is mostly clear and includes very little jargon or conversational tone.	Outstanding - Rules of grammar, usage, and punctuation are followed; spelling is correct. - Language is clear and precise; sentences display professional tone and structure.

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