Gives students a first, practical overview of computer; assisted legal research (CALR) before they have hands; on CALR training sessions. Provides, among other things, an in; depth look at strategies needed to integrate traditional print sources and the wide variety of computerized tools. Provides balanced, accurate and integral content. Written by Penny A. Hazelton, Law Librarian and Professor of Law, University of Washington. Part of the American Casebook Series, each designed to illustrate the development of a body of law on a particular subject. Text and explanatory materials accompany cases.

Computer Assisted Legal Research describes various research tools available to the legal professional by using the computer. These are presented in three parts of the book: the Internet, Westlaw and Lexis, and CD based materials. Through use of these tools, readers will learn how to perform legal research and enhance their knowledge with word definitions, summaries, and review questions, which are included in each chapter.

Explains how to use LEXIS and WESTLAND and other online information sources in finding, reading, and updating the law. Considers the strengths and weaknesses of computer- assisted legal research and how to incorporate online searching into an overall research strategy. Includes list of online and other service providers, and selected list of internet providers.