LAW 282 - Computer-assisted Legal Research

Institution:

Kapiolani Community College

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Description:

3 hours lecture per week Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into a Legal Education program; LAW 102. Recommended Preparation: LAW 203; credit in or qualification for ENG 100 or ENG 160. Comment: LAW 282 may not be audited. LAW 282 trains the student in developing a working knowledge of the functions of the LEXIS and/or WESTLAW computerized legal research systems through hands-on experience with computers and through lectures regarding the theory of research methods. Upon successful completion of LAW 282, the student should be able to: Demonstrate computerized legal research techniques using a primary national computerized legal research systems (LEXIS or WESTLAW). Apply computerized legal research techniques to common legal research applications. Draft and prepare documentation incorporating research information. 4

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

kapiolani.hawaii.edu/page/home

Phone Number:

(808) 734-9000

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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