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The Benefits Of Integrating Statutory Construction And Analysis In A First-Year Legal Writing Course, Lauren E. Sancken, Mireille Butler
The Benefits Of Integrating Statutory Construction And Analysis In A First-Year Legal Writing Course, Lauren E. Sancken, Mireille Butler
Articles
Teaching statutory analysis to first-year law school students not only reinforces important principles of legal analysis and writing (from gaining a better understanding of the hierarchy of legal authorities to continuing to practice IRAC/CRAC methods of organization), but it also prepares students better for the actual practice of law.
Other Uses Of Legislative History, Mary Whisner
Other Uses Of Legislative History, Mary Whisner
Librarians' Articles
Although we usually think of using legislative history to determine legislative intent when interpreting statutes, Ms. Whisner shows that legislative documents can be useful for other, less controversial purposes as well.
The Pajama Way Of Research, Mary Whisner
The Pajama Way Of Research, Mary Whisner
Librarians' Articles
While acknowledging the attractions of being able to conduct legal research in the comfort of one's home-in your pajamas no less-Ms. Whisner notes what a student misses by relying solely on computer-assisted legal research systems. She encourages librarians to engage in outreach efforts that will not only alert patrons to services they might be missing but also persuade them the services would be helpful.
How Do You Know When Research Is Good?, Mary Whisner
How Do You Know When Research Is Good?, Mary Whisner
Librarians' Articles
Ms. Whisner explores the question of how to tell when research is good-or who is a good researcher
Elder Law: A Guide To Key Resources, Susan J. Hemp, Cheryl R. Nyberg
Elder Law: A Guide To Key Resources, Susan J. Hemp, Cheryl R. Nyberg
Librarians' Articles
This research guide identifies and describes 163 books, periodicals, reference tools, databases, electronic discussion groups, organizations, and U.S. government agencies useful to the elder law practitioner and the legal researcher. Appendices include a state-by-state list of state aging agencies, bar association committees and sections, law school courses and clinics, and publications; acronyms; and subject headings and a index terms used in library catalogs, periodical indexes, and related sources.
Fundamentals Of Legal Research In Washington, Mary Whisner
Fundamentals Of Legal Research In Washington, Mary Whisner
Librarians' Chapters in Books
- Introduction
- Secondary Sources
- Statutes
- City and County Codes
- Administrative Regulations
- Case Law
- Case Finding Tools
- Attorney General Opinions
- Citator Services
- Citation Format
- Washington Courts Style Sheet
Fundamentals Of Legal Research In Washington, Mary Whisner
Fundamentals Of Legal Research In Washington, Mary Whisner
Librarians' Chapters in Books
- Introduction and General Research Texts
- Secondary Sources
- Statutes
- City and County Codes
- Administrative Regulations
- Case Law
- Case Finding Tools
- Attorney General Opinions
- Citator Services
- Citation Format
- Appendix: Office of Reporter Style Sheet
Develop The Habit: Note-Taking In Legal Research, Penny A. Hazelton, Peggy Roebuck Jarrett, Nancy Mcmurrer, Mary Whisner
Develop The Habit: Note-Taking In Legal Research, Penny A. Hazelton, Peggy Roebuck Jarrett, Nancy Mcmurrer, Mary Whisner
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The Process Of Legal Research, Penny A. Hazelton
The Process Of Legal Research, Penny A. Hazelton
Chapters in Books
- Introduction
- Strategies for Effective Legal Research
- Integrating Manual and Computerized Legal Research Tools
- Managing Your Legal Research