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The Em Dash (—): How to Use It Correctly

Roger Siebert October 21, 2025 Legal Writing Tips, Texas Bar Practice Blog

The overuse of the em dash has become a common complaint in AI-generated text. Does this mean we should stop using this punctuation mark?

Why is the Oxford Comma So Controversial?

Courtney Cavaliere May 12, 2025 Legal Writing Tips, Texas Bar Practice Blog

The Oxford comma is a contentious punctuation mark. Learn why it’s debated, its impact on legal writing, and what style guides recommend.

Passive Voice: When to Avoid It and When to Use It

Lexi Clidienst March 11, 2025 Legal Writing Tips, Texas Bar Practice Blog

Passive voice may seem like something every writer needs to avoid, but it’s actually useful in certain situations.

Parallel Structure: What You Need to Know About Parallelism

Courtney Cavaliere January 15, 2025 Legal Writing Tips, Texas Bar Practice Blog

By implementing parallel structure in your legal writing, you can create clear, balanced, and professional sentences.

Who vs. Whom: How to Always Make the Right Choice

Roger Siebert December 17, 2024 Legal Writing Tips, Texas Bar Practice Blog

How do you correctly choose between who or whom? Texas Bar Books Editor Roger Siebert is here to provide the answer you’re looking for.

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How to Use Semicolons Like a Pro

Roger Siebert September 24, 2024 Legal Writing Tips, Texas Bar Practice Blog

Master semicolon usage in legal writing, understand the role semicolons play in series and independent clauses, and learn how context influences punctuation choices.

How to Overcome Sentence Construction Issues

Casey Ellis July 22, 2024 Legal Writing Tips, Texas Bar Practice Blog

Learn how to avoid common sentence construction mistakes in your writing. Improve your grammar skills with these helpful tips and examples.

Improve Your Writing with These Safe Bets

Roger Siebert June 10, 2024 Legal Writing Tips, Texas Bar Practice Blog

Improve your writing by finding the perfect balance between natural-sounding language and grammatical correctness in your writing.

How to Avoid Typos: Proofreading Tips to Improve Your Writing

Lexi Clidienst May 14, 2024 Legal Writing Tips, Texas Bar Practice Blog

Typos can make even the most polished work look unprofessional. Use these four easy tips to stop making mistakes in your legal writing!

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