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Legal Research Basics

This page discusses the basics of legal research and where to find the most commonly sought information.

A SUNNy Topic

As you develop a potential thesis, apply a quick test:

SUNNy stands for:

  • Sound
  • Useful
  • Novel
  • Non-Obvious

Is your topic:

  • Sound: Free from logical inconsistencies or gaping ommissions?
  • Useful: Legally relevant and important to the legal community?
  • Novel: Original and creative?
  • Non-Obvious: Appropriately nuanced for a sophisticated audience?