LAW-266: Legal Research and Writing
- 3 Credit Hours
- Law and Criminal Justice Department
- Fall 2026
Course Description
Students develop legal research and analysis strategies through lecture, library exercises, and computerized research. Understanding the structure of the sources of law and utilizing critical thinking skills equip students to undertake legal research systematically. Students use software and federal and New York State law books consisting of substantive and procedural documents, digests, reporters, statutes, rules and regulations of administrative agencies, and the Internet to research databases and communicate with others. Writing exercises involve analyzing, summarizing, and synthesizing research in a clear, concise, accurate and timely manner based upon the procedural requirements of the law. Prerequisite(s) Successful completion of PLS 260 or LAW 101 with a grade of C or higher, or permission of program director.
Register for this CourseLAW-266 Sections for Fall 2026
1 Section Offered
LAW-266, Section 080
Scheduled Meeting Times
| Type | Location | Date(s) | Day / Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lecture | TBA | Aug 31st, 2026 – Oct 20th, 2026 | Tuesday, Thursday 6:00 pm - 8:50 pm |
| Type | Lecture |
| Location | TBA |
| Date(s) | Aug 31st, 2026 – Oct 20th, 2026 |
| Day / Time | Tuesday, Thursday 6:00 pm - 8:50 pm |