STEP #1: FIRST STEPS
Step #1: Retrieve Your Sources
You've been given a group of documents from your professor. Lots of pages. Lots of info...it can be overwhelming! Learn how to quickly bring your universe into Westlaw in a few minutes so you can use all our tools to make it easier to navigate. Watch the quick video, then try it yourself and make your life way easier!
Did You Know?
● You can retrieve multiple citations at once
● You can add all your documents to one digital folder
● Then, you can search within that folder with ease
Save your highlighter ink!
Add notes and highlights to your cases on Westlaw.
Time Saving Tip: Add notes to your cases to highlight relevant parts of a case or rules of law that may help you with your argument
Stumped on a Word?
Remember you have full and free access to Black's Law Dictionary
Easy to Understand Summaries Written by Actual Attorneys? Yes, please!
Headnotes are summaries of specific points of law addressed in a particular case, drafted by Westlaw Attorney Editors to ensure that topics include relevant cases even where those cases may use atypical language. Applicable headnotes are always listed at the top of a case, and provide a good .
TIP: Look for “rules” in the cases that have been given to you. These type of headnotes can really help you in setting-up your memo.
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
Print. Email. E-Reader. You have a lot of delivery options.
Once you have your launching pad for your research, leverage Westlaw features to easily expand your research.
Stumped on a Word?
Remember you have full and free access to Black's Law Dictionary
On average, lawyers spend 2 hours/page on memos, but that takes practice!
Consider these tips to help you work smart and save time.
Copy with Reference
Copy and paste citations in Bluebook or ALWD format with the click of a button
Folders as Your Outline
Organize and manage your research by storing documents and snippets of text in folders that are easily accessible
Use Your Research Report
You can use Research Report to download or send a professional report summarizing the research, notes, and annotations in your folder.
TRAINING & TIPS
Want a full Closed Memo Training?
Lots of Options. Attend a webinar or watch on-demand.
A live webinar hosted by one of our Academic Account Managers will get you 100% prepared for your closed memo. You will also have the opportunity to ask any questions during the event.
Watch a recorded closed memo session hosted by Shawn Lopez, Esq.
