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    LAW 4 - Legal Research, Analysis, and Writing

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    Credits
    3
    Prerequisite
    LAW 2 Introduction to Paralegal Studies, Legal Assisting, and Law Office Administration with a grade of "C" or better.
    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    This course is a study of manual and electronic legal research methods and resources, principles of legal writing, and document drafting skills used in the preparation of legal documents in a manner reflecting legal analysis. Topics include an overview of various components of a law library, research techniques through the use of a variety of research tools, using computer applications and online resources, professional oral and electronic communication, and legal writing projects, such as drafting legal memoranda, proper legal citation, checking legal sources, briefing legal opinions, and persuasive writing. (CSU) Back to Top | Print-Friendly Page (opens a new window) Facebook this Page (opens a new window) Tweet this Page (opens a new window) Add to Favorites (opens a new window) All catalogs © 2026 San Joaquin Delta College. Powered by Modern Campus Catalog™ .