Course

Introduction to Legal Research

Course Description

This course introduces students to the process and strategies involved in legal research. Multiple formats, including Lexis, Westlaw, print, and Internet sources will be covered. Students will develop an understanding of the sources of legal information and judgment in selecting appropriate sources and formats for specific projects.

Current and Previous Instructors

Key to Codes in Course Descriptions

P: Prerequisite
C: Prerequisite or Concurrent Requirement
R: Recommended Prior or Concurrent Course

Currently Scheduled Sections

CRN: 98693

Semester Fall '24
Credits 1
Room 4403
Schedule Tues: 9:50-11:50
first half of semester only
Day
Instructor Jennifer Elisa Chapman
Limits 2 openings. (Limit 32). LD1 only

CRN: 98689

Semester Fall '24
Credits 1
Room 202
Schedule Wed: 2:10-4:10
first half of semester only
Day
Instructor Sharon Beth Bronheim
Limits 1 opening. (Limit 32). LD1 only

CRN: 98694

Semester Fall '24
Credits 1
Room 4403
Schedule Wed: 2:10-4:10
first half of semester only
Day
Instructor Shira Megerman
Limits 0 openings. (Limit 32). LD1 only

CRN: 98692

Semester Fall '24
Credits 1
Room 4403
Schedule Wed: 9:50-11:50
first half of semester only
Day
Instructor Shira Megerman
Limits 1 opening. (Limit 32). LD1 only

CRN: 98793

Semester Fall '24
Credits 1
Room 108
Schedule Wed: 9:50-11:50
first half of semester only
Day
Instructor Sara Denbo
Limits 0 openings. (Limit 32). LD1 only

CRN: 98688

Semester Fall '24
Credits 1
Room 108
Schedule Tues: 9:50-11:50
first half of semester only
Day
Instructor Sara Denbo
Limits 1 opening. (Limit 32). LD1 only

CRN: 98695

Semester Fall '24
Credits 1
Room 108
Schedule Mon, Tues: 8:40-9:35
first half of semester only
Evening
Instructor Tanya Thomas
Limits 8 openings. (Limit 30). First Year Evening