Be careful of forming strong views at the initial stage, or you may prejudice the depth and width of your analysis at the later stages. In reading instructions the point is to avoid labelling the case, for example; ‘breach of contract’ or ‘negligence’, too early. At the initial reading your goal is to absorb as much of the factual background as possible.
At this stage your mind should be asking questions about what has happened. Concentrate on the client’s central problem, rather than starting to take decision.
