Whenever you conduct legal research, it is essential that you follow a process. Many researchers simply throw words into Westlaw or Lexis+ and try their best to sift through the thousands of results, without first coming up with a research plan. They end up lost, confused, and frustrated. Taking the time to develop a research plan (and having the discipline to follow it) will make your research more efficient and productive. The major steps of the research process are detailed below.
If you don't know what secondary source to use, consult our list of Recommended Treatises. You can also contact your Research Librarians if you need assistance getting started.
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