US Legal Research
Tuesday 5th of November 2024 18:00
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Sherrard RoomTimings
17:45 ~ Doors Open
18:00 ~ Session
This event is expected to end at approximately 19:00
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This practical session will review the key features of the US legal system at both the Federal and State levels. Topics covered include researching the Constitution and where and how to find statutes, regulations and cases from the Federal government and from State governments. You will also learn about the usefulness of various secondary sources of US legal research.
Please ensure that you prepare in good time. Details of the preparation required in advance of this session is available below.
Who can Attend
This event is for members only. Whilst primarily aimed at Student members, there are a number of places available for Called members.
Dietary Requirements
Qualifying Session Details
Click here to see details of the QS Requirements and how to be credited with the QS for this session
Learning Aims
After this session, students should be able to:
- Recognise and identify aspects of the legal system of the USA.
- Demonstrate the ability to research aspect of US law using a variety of strategies and research techniques.
- Distinguish between the different sources of US law available in print and online.
Links to the Professional Statement, wider workings of the Bar, administration of justice or a public interest matter
The QS will align with these elements of the Professional Statement:
- 1.2 / 1.3 / 1.5 / 1.12
Click here to view the BSB's Professional Statement
QS Feedback
If you have any feedback on a QS you have attended or have any suggestions for future sessions, please contact the education department on education@middletemple.org.uk
Bookings and Cancellations
Unless the event sells out earlier, booking will close at 09:00 two working days before the event.
Members of Middle Temple can buy tickets online. Please note that you must log in first (if you have not yet created a login please register first). Alternatively, you can buy tickets from the Treasury Office by calling 020 7427 4800.
Members of other Inns, where applicable (please refer to 'Who can Attend'), can buy tickets from the Treasury Office by calling 020 7427 4800. Online booking is not available.
Cancellations: Where we have a waiting list we will offer your ticket to someone else, so please do cancel your ticket if you are no longer able to attend.
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