Introduction to legal research Online
This session offers a practical introduction to legal research, ideal for those new to the subject. Learn what legal research involves, how to distinguish between primary and secondary sources, and how to develop effective research strategies. We'll explore key starting points using a visual guide, introduce essential resources like Halsbury’s Laws and case law databases, and highlight where to find legislation. The session concludes with guidance on where to go for further help and support.
To get the most out of this session please prepare by logging into the Lexis+ UK and Westlaw databases just before you join it. If you are having difficulty logging onto the databases, please refer to this troubleshooting guide:
Access and Troubleshooting - Resources - Homepage at The University of Law
- Date:
- Wednesday 15 October 2025
- Time:
- 13:45 - 14:45
- Time Zone:
- UK, Ireland, Lisbon Time (change)
- Audience:
- AMIL BPC LLB LPC PGDL (conversion)
- Categories:
- Library Service > Research Skills
- Online:
- This is an online event. Event URL will be sent via registration email.
