Model Rules of Professional Conduct

Model Rules of Professional Conduct
Author: American Bar Association. House of Delegates
Publisher: American Bar Association
Total Pages: 216
Release: 2007
Genre: Law
ISBN: 9781590318737

The Model Rules of Professional Conduct provides an up-to-date resource for information on legal ethics. Federal, state and local courts in all jurisdictions look to the Rules for guidance in solving lawyer malpractice cases, disciplinary actions, disqualification issues, sanctions questions and much more. In this volume, black-letter Rules of Professional Conduct are followed by numbered Comments that explain each Rule's purpose and provide suggestions for its practical application. The Rules will help you identify proper conduct in a variety of given situations, review those instances where discretionary action is possible, and define the nature of the relationship between you and your clients, colleagues and the courts.

Advanced Introduction to Legal Research Methods

Advanced Introduction to Legal Research Methods
Author: Ernst H. Ballin
Publisher: Edward Elgar Publishing
Total Pages: 158
Release: 2020-10-30
Genre: Law
ISBN: 1788977173

Written by Ernst Hirsch Ballin, this original Advanced Introduction uncovers the foundations of legal research methods, an area of legal scholarship distinctly lacking in standardisation. The author shows how such methods differ along critical, empirical, and fundamental lines, and how our understanding of these is crucial to overcoming crises and restoring trust in the law. Key topics include a consideration of law as a normative language and an examination of the common objects of legal research.

Washington Legal Research

Washington Legal Research
Author: Julie Heintz-Cho
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2009
Genre: Legal research
ISBN: 9781594607189

Washington Legal Research provides a comprehensive introduction to legal research sources and methods most frequently used by Washington legal professionals -- and includes both state and federal materials.The book works well as an introduction to legal research for law students and students in related fields, and as an introduction to Washington sources and methods for legal professionals from other jurisdictions.It is also intended to serve as a quick-reference guide for experienced legal professionals who want to brush up on the most efficient research methods and the latest sources and search tools. The second edition expands and updates the original volume's coverage of online legal research, and includes information about the latest and most reliable free legal research tools. The second edition also includes an enhanced index, making it more practical for use as a reference guide. This book is part of the Legal Research Series, edited by Suzanne E. Rowe, Director of Legal Research and Writing, University of Oregon School of Law.

American Indian Law

American Indian Law
Author: Robert T. Anderson
Publisher: West Academic Publishing
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2010
Genre: Indians of North America
ISBN: 9780314908155

This casebook provides an introduction to the legal relationships between American Indian tribes, the federal government and the individual states. The foundational cases are incorporated with statutory text, background material, hypothetical questions, and discussion problems to enliven the classroom experience and enhance student engagement. The second edition includes expanded materials on gaming, international and comparative law, and more photographs, images, and suggestions for links to external sources.

Legal Research and Law Library Management

Legal Research and Law Library Management
Author: Julius J. Marke
Publisher: Law Journal Press
Total Pages: 1218
Release: 2006
Genre: Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN: 9781588520135

This revised edition of Legal Research and Law Library Management retains the best elements of the previous edition while covering the latest in law library management.