Any tips on getting better at memo writing and tax research? I don't have a legal background, but would like to improve or learn best practices.

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look up IRAC I think it’s issue, rules, analysis/application, conclusion

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Find memos in client files and read them, also technical writeups in publications

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Rewrite a paragraph of a finalized memo every day from memory. After a month you’ll start to write in a similar fashion.

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Try signing up for a tax research course as part of a master's in taxation program. Taking just that one course will be very helpful. Many universities allow you to take single courses without having to apply for the master's program.

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Volunteer to write any memos as part of your job. If you do audits, try writing the tax review memo.

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