Before beginning your legal research, review the facts associated with the case. To analyze the fact pattern and identify pertinent issues, consider using the TRAPP acronym mnemonic:
- T--THINGS involved
- R--RELIEF sought
- A--Causes of ACTION or DEFENSES
- P--PERSONS or PARTIES
- P--PLACES
NOTE: Be sure to explain why each of the above items is important. This will help you to begin developing an argument for the brief or memo being researched.
