LAW835
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ADVANCED LEGAL RESEARCH
Course Title
ADVANCED LEGAL RESEARCH
Course Number
835
Min
3
Course Types
Experiential Learning, Letter Grading, Simulation-Experiential
Credit Type
NON-GPA COURSES
Description
Satisfies Experiential Learning. Taught in a distance learning format through Canvas, this course focuses on advanced legal research methodologies and strategies. Through video lectures, guided exercises, and research assignments, it introduces students to primary and secondary materials, cost-effective research strategies, print and online resources, and real world research issues. Topics include secondary sources, statutes and regulations, case law, citation-updating tools, and legislative history research. Grading is based on quizzes, weekly research exercises, discussion boards, and a research memorandum.
Enrollment restricted to JD students. Non-JD students may enroll with approval from the instructor.
Enrollment restricted to JD students. Non-JD students may enroll with approval from the instructor.