Certificate in Remote Legal Research: Foundations
-- viewing nowThe Certificate in Remote Legal Research: Foundations is a comprehensive course designed to equip learners with essential skills for career advancement in today's remote-work legal landscape. This program is crucial for those seeking to gain a competitive edge in the industry, as it covers the latest tools and techniques for conducting efficient and effective remote legal research.
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• Introduction to Remote Legal Research: This unit will cover the basics of legal research and the unique challenges and opportunities presented by remote research. It will introduce students to the primary and secondary sources of law and the various tools and platforms available for remote legal research.
• Primary Sources of Law: This unit will focus on the primary sources of law, including constitutions, statutes, and case law. Students will learn how to locate and analyze these sources remotely, using various online databases and platforms.
• Secondary Sources of Law: This unit will cover the secondary sources of law, including legal encyclopedias, law review articles, and treatises. Students will learn how to locate and evaluate these sources for accuracy and relevance, and how to use them to support their legal research.
• Legal Research Strategies: This unit will teach students effective research strategies for remote legal research. It will cover topics such as search terms and operators, Boolean logic, and truncation. Students will also learn how to evaluate the results of their research and how to synthesize information from multiple sources.
• Legal Citation and Research Management: This unit will cover legal citation and research management. Students will learn the basics of Bluebook citation and how to use citation management software to organize and track their research sources.
• Advanced Remote Legal Research: This unit will cover advanced topics in remote legal research, including international and comparative law, and specialized research areas such as intellectual property and employment law.
• Ethical Considerations in Remote Legal Research: This unit will cover the ethical considerations of remote legal research, including issues related to confidentiality, data security, and intellectual property.
• Research Databases and Platforms: This unit will provide an in-depth review of the most popular legal research databases and platforms, including Westlaw, LexisNexis, and Bloomberg Law. Students will learn how to navigate these platforms, how to search for legal information, and how to evaluate the results.
• Practical Applications of Remote Legal Research: This unit will provide students with the opportunity to apply their remote legal research skills in practical scenarios. Students will work on real-world legal research projects, using
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Entry Requirements
- Basic understanding of the subject matter
- Proficiency in English language
- Computer and internet access
- Basic computer skills
- Dedication to complete the course
No prior formal qualifications required. Course designed for accessibility.
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This course provides practical knowledge and skills for professional development. It is:
- Not accredited by a recognized body
- Not regulated by an authorized institution
- Complementary to formal qualifications
You'll receive a certificate of completion upon successfully finishing the course.
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