IRAC

Question 1

What does IRAC stand for

Answer 1

Issues
Rule
Analysis
Conclusion

Question 2

Explain issues according to IRAC

Answer 2

Legal issues should identified should be specific and in question form. They should also be neutral and not one sided

Question 3

Explain rule according to IRAC

Answer 3

Set out the broadest principle first, followed by smaller and secondary components or exceptions to the rule. It should resemble a funnel as it will be the most important to least important

Question 4

Explain analysis according to IRAC

Answer 4

This is the bulk of your argument as you analyse the rule to your facts using the cases discussed in the issue. Always stick to one side of the argument

Question 5

Conclusion

Answer 5

The conclusion is based on the ending of the application of the rules to the facts. A sentence or two should be written to state the outcome of the issue. It is also called the advice stage.