Legal Notes
Steps to Take In Legal Research
taken from article Beatrice A. Tice, Foreign and Comparative Law Librarian University of Michigan Law Library btice@umich.edu; (734) 764-6151
There are five essential steps in the legal research process, which are laid out and discussed below. Although the discussion of “steps” may make legal research appear to be a linear process, in reality it is a spiral progression, with continual loops back to earlier steps as new information is uncovered. With practice (and you’ll get plenty of it, in your job!) you will soon learn to navigate the process in an orderly, time-efficient, cost-efficient, and effective manner. And they’re gonna love you for it!
Step 1: Preparation for Research .. Take time to think about your topic beore starting research. Even a few minutes spent planning and strategizing before you dive in will save you time and frustration in the long run. Consult research guides to plan your research strategy, if necessary. Don’t forget about these, as they can provide a useful list of sources on particular topics. Look for them in print and especially online, through sites such as FindlawLLRX , and websites of various academic law libraries. The Internet Hot List of Legal G
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