Legal Research and Writing for Paralegals

Legal Research and Writing for Paralegals, 10th Edition, is a comprehensive textbook that introduces students to locating legal authorities and preparing formal legal documents. The volume examines foundational research methods across legal practice, demonstrating how researchers navigate governing law and synthesize their analytical findings.

Broad subject coverage focuses on primary authorities, secondary sources, and the fundamental principles of legal writing. The text explains proper legal citation form, techniques for updating and validating authorities, and practical approaches for embedding writing strategies directly into research workflows.

To support practical skill development through regular exercise, each chapter includes practice research questions alongside assignments focused on internet legal research.