Style Guide

/ˈstaɪl ɡaɪd/

Definitions

  1. (n.) A manual specifying the preferred formatting, citation, and drafting conventions for legal documents to ensure consistency and clarity.
    The law firm’s style guide mandates the use of the Bluebook citation format.

Forms

  • style guides

Commentary

Essential for maintaining uniformity in legal documents; drafters should update style guides regularly to reflect changes in citation rules and jurisdictional preferences.

This glossary is for general informational and educational purposes only. Definitions are jurisdiction-agnostic but reflect terminology and concepts primarily drawn from English and American legal traditions. Nothing herein constitutes legal advice or creates a lawyer-client relationship. Users should consult qualified counsel for advice on specific matters or jurisdictions.

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