LAW-1051: Legal Research I

Subject
Credits 1
Academic Level
JD

Legal research is an essential part of practicing law. This course provides an overview of the process of legal research, familiarizing students with authoritative sources of law produced by the three branches of government: executive, judicial, and legislative. Special emphasis is placed on researching cases and statutes, and how to effectively update both.

Course Frequency
Offered at least once per academic year.