2021 HNBA/VIA Moot Court Brief Score Sheet Please grade the brief based only on the criteria below. Do not consider the merits of the case. You will score the brief on a scale of 20 per category (5 total categories). Most scores should fall within the 12-18 point range. Exceptionally good briefs should score above 18; exceptionally poor briefs should score below 12. Team #* Grader Name* Email*______________________________________________________Format (Max 20)• Mechanics (proper use of Statement of Facts, etc.) • Uniformity and flow (parallel form of all QuestionsPresented, headings, etc.) • Neatness, legibility, no typos or format errors • Proper use of citations and citation form • Adherence to the Rules of the Competition Format Score*______________________________________________________Organization (Max 20)• Logical progression of ideas • Effective use of headings to outline arguments Organization (Max 20)*______________________________________________________LegalAnalysis (Max 20)• Understanding essential legal issues presented • Focus on essential (not collateral) issues • Discussion of viable alternative arguments • Innovative approach to issues Legal Analysis Score*______________________________________________________Advocacyand Writing Style (Max 20)• Clear, concise and unambiguous writing style • Forceful and persuasive presentation • Understanding of strengths and weaknesses of case • Integration of facts into legal argument Advocacy & Writing Style Score*______________________________________________________Use ofAuthority (Max 20)• Understanding and analysis of authority • Effective use of authority to support argument • Ability to distinguish adverse cases Use of Authority Score*______________________________________________________ Math Captcha (Addition)SubmitReset
