Advanced Legal Research and Writing

Starting at:

$995

Learn advanced and specialized approaches to utilizing legal resources

Flexible 100% online class

24/7 course accessibility

Complete in just 7 weeks

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About this course

The ability to effectively conduct legal research and analysis is an important aspect of any legal career. With your paralegal certificate in hand or a year of legal experience under your belt, you’re ready to learn more advanced approaches to legal research, briefing cases and writing to the law. We can help you build on your paralegal skills to expand your expertise and grow your career.

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Class format

Flexible online education

For over 40 years, CLS has provided students with flexible and effective legal education through a variety of formats catered to a busy life. All formats are designed and updated to remain on pace with the current industry, and are taught by working professionals. The Advanced Legal Research and Writing course is offered 100% online, so you can complete your coursework around your schedule while still benefiting from regular instructor and peer interaction.

CLS by BARBRI features the Advanced Legal Research & Writing Certificate Course in a convenient online format. Classes are available from any computer with internet access. This course is designed to more thoroughly examine advanced and specialized approaches to utilizing the legal sources available in the law library and online.

  • View the Course Syllabus
  • Delivers hands-on practical application research exercises to hone your research skills.
  • Get instruction in Westlaw© tutorials.
  • Student benefits from direct interaction with the instructor and other students.

Course details

Learning outcomes

Advanced and specialized approaches to utilizing the legal resources available in a law library and elsewhere will be examined. The conceptual differences between computer-assisted legal research and hard-copy research will be taught. You will also learn how to formulate WESTLAW search queries, and how to effectively and efficiently use WESTLAW and other online legal research methods as timesaving devices in legal research and legal writing. Coursework in Advanced Legal Research and Writing is equivalent to 50 hours of study.

Career outlook

As the practice of legal research evolves from largely hard-copy centric searches to computer-assisted queries, your ability to use advanced approaches to legal research, briefing cases and writing to the law will only increase your salary potential and marketability. From greater job readiness to endless opportunities for career advancement, this course is the natural next step in your paralegal career. Set yourself up for career success with this rewarding program. Learn more.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a High School Diploma or GED to take CLS courses?

CLS courses are designed for adult students and are taught on a college level. Minimum requirements to take any of our courses are a high school diploma or GED, and to be 18 years of age prior to enrollment.

Can I get financial aid?

Traditional financial aid (Pell grants, Stafford Loans, etc.) usually do not apply to these courses due to their continuing education status. Please view our Payment Options information to explore possible options.

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