Legal research is an integral part of what lawyers do. This course, specifically designed for transfer students, will introduce you to the fundamentals of research and information literacy in a legal context. Over the course of six weeks, you will learn how to evaluate sources of information, implement effective search strategies, and find relevant legal authority for success in law school and beyond. This course will primarily benefit students who want to refresh themselves on the foundational concepts underlying the process of legal research. Defining concepts, locating resources, and using finding aids will be a major focus of the class.

Additional Information:
Credit Hours: 1
Grading Option: Pass/Fail Only
Graduation Writing Requirement: No
Flexible/Upper-Level Writing Requirement: No
Skills Requirement: No
Simulation Course: No
Experiential Learning: No
Seminar: No
Special Withdrawal Course: No
Final Exam Given: No
Attendance Policy: Per Statement Of Student Policies
Teaching Method: In Person

* The law school has a policy that is used to calculate credit hours. Please see the Statement of Student Policies.