Legal Research: Introduction to Electronic Resources and Research Strategies

Saturday, January 14, 2016
10:00 a.m. — 11:30 a.m.

This course introduces electronic legal research databases available at the LA Law Library. Basic legal research fundamentals are also covered.

Class covers:

  • Legal Authority
  • Legal Citation Style Manuals
  • LA Law Library Electronic Resources
  • Free Legal Research Websites
  • Case Currency – Shepard’s / Keycite
  • Legal Research Tips
  • Live demonstration of legal research techniques

Registration fees: $20 for the class
Non-refundable, payment reserves spot

LA Law Library does not provide legal advice:
LA Law Library provides access to legal resources and assistance with legal research. LA Law Library does not provide legal advice. For legal advice, you should consult an attorney.

QuickLook: Introduction to Electronic Resources (Norwalk)

Tuesday, June 5, 2018: 1:15 p.m. — 2:00 p.m.
Tuesday
, September 4, 2018: 1:15 p.m. — 2:00 p.m.
Tuesday, December 4, 2018:  1:15 p.m. — 2:00 p.m.

This course introduces electronic legal research databases available at the LA Law Library. Overview of Basic legal research fundamentals and research strategies are also included.

Class covers:

  • Legal Authority
  • Legal Citation Style Manuals
  • LA Law Library Electronic Resources
  • Free Legal Research Websites
  • Case Currency – Shepard’s / Keycite
  • Legal Research Tips

Location:
Norwalk Public Library
12350 Imperial Highway
Norwalk, CA 90650
562-868-0775

Phone: 626-744-4066

No legal advice:
LA Law Library provides access to legal resources and assistance with legal research. LA Law Library does not provide legal advice. For legal advice, you should consult an attorney.

Registration Fees: FREE

QuickLook: Introduction to Electronic Resources (Long Beach)

Thursday, June 21, 2018: 2:00 p.m. — 2:45 p.m.
Thursday
, September 20, 2018: 2:00 p.m. — 2:45 p.m.
Thursday, December 20, 2018:  2:00 p.m. — 2:45 p.m.

This course introduces electronic legal research databases available at the LA Law Library. Overview of Basic legal research fundamentals and research strategies are also included.

Class covers:

  • Legal Authority
  • Legal Citation Style Manuals
  • LA Law Library Electronic Resources
  • Free Legal Research Websites
  • Case Currency – Shepard’s / Keycite
  • Legal Research Tips

Location:
Self-Help Legal Access Center
Governor George Deukmejian Courthouse
275 Magnolia Avenue
Long Beach, CA 90802

Phone: 626-744-4066

No legal advice:
LA Law Library provides access to legal resources and assistance with legal research. LA Law Library does not provide legal advice. For legal advice, you should consult an attorney.

Registration Fees: FREE

QuickLook: Custody & Child Support (Long Beach)

Thursday, May 21, 2020: 2:00 p.m. — 2:45 p.m. - CANCELLED
Thursday, September 17, 2020: 2:00 p.m. — 2:45 p.m.

Many people can't afford a lawyer to handle their legal issues, which can make child custody and support problems daunting. In this class, learn how courts determine who gets child custody, who pays child support and how child support is calculated, plus where to go when you need help or further information. Learning important fundamentals about custody and support can make your legal journey easier and more successful.

Class covers:

  • How judges make custody decisions
  • Forming a custody agreement and getting it approved by the court
  • How child support is calculated, and who pays
  • Basics of enforcing child support, and where to get help
  • Resources for further information and where to seek help

Developed with the support of My Legal Team, Inc. (http://www.mylegalteamla.com/)
* A more extensive “Where You Begin” class, which may include hands-on practice and sample exercises, is taught at the Main Branch of LA Law Library in downtown Los Angeles. For more information, visit: https://www.lalawlibrary.org/index.php/where-you-begin.html.

Location:
Self-Help Legal Access Center
Governor George Deukmejian Courthouse
275 Magnolia Avenue
Long Beach, CA 90802

No legal advice:
LA Law Library does not provide legal advice. LA Law Library provides legal resources and assistance with legal research as an educational service. The information presented in this program is not legal advice and is provided solely as an educational service to our patrons. For legal advice, you should consult an attorney.

Registration Fees: FREE

QuickLook: Evictions (Long Beach)

Thursday, February 20, 2020: 2:00 p.m. — 2:45 p.m.
Thursday, June 18, 2020: 2:00 p.m. — 2:45 p.m.   CANCELLED

Thursday, October 15, 2020: 2:00 p.m. — 2:45 p.m.

Many people can’t afford a lawyer to handle their legal issues. Whether you are a tenant or a landlord, if you are facing eviction issues in California without a lawyer, this class will help you get started by teaching you essential information about the eviction or “unlawful detainer” process and what resources are available to help. Learning important fundamentals about eviction law can make your legal journey easier and more successful.

Class covers:

  •  The eviction or “unlawful detainer” process and going to court
     Negotiations and settlement
     Resources for further information and where to seek help

Developed with the support of My Legal Team, Inc. (http://www.mylegalteamla.com/)
* A more extensive “Where You Begin” class, which may include hands-on practice and sample exercises, is taught at the Main Branch of LA Law Library in downtown Los Angeles. For more information, visit: https://www.lalawlibrary.org/index.php/where-you-begin.html.

Location:
Self-Help Legal Access Center
Governor George Deukmejian Courthouse
275 Magnolia Avenue
Long Beach, CA 90802

No legal advice:
LA Law Library does not provide legal advice. LA Law Library provides legal resources and assistance with legal research as an educational service. The information presented in this program is not legal advice and is provided solely as an educational service to our patrons. For legal advice, you should consult an attorney.

Registration Fees: FREE

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