LEGL 250 – Legal Research and Writing (CRN: 96198)

at Cañada College for Fall 2025

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Course Information

This course introduces students to the sources and methods used to conduct legal research using print and online legal resources contained in a state or county law library. Students will gain familiarity with primary and secondary sources and understand how they are used, organized, and kept current. Fundamental legal research skills will be identified, explained, and applied to approach and conduct legal research in any area of law. Strategies will be developed to effectively use legal research databases, online legal resources, and practice tools.

Lecture hours/semester: 48-54

Homework hours/semester: 96-108

Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 110.

Course Details

Grade Mode: {"L":"Letter Graded-Degree Applicabl"}

Units: 3

Department: Paralegal Studies

Transfer Credit: CSU

Meeting Information

Instructor	Meeting Date	Meeting Time	Days	Building	Room	Section	Section Description
Richard Schulke Jr	08/25 - 12/15	TBA		Virtual	Remote	OLH	Online

Critical Dates

Event	Date
Last Day to Add	September 5, 2025
Last day to drop with a refund	September 4, 2025
Last Day to drop without W Grade	September 14, 2025
Last Day to drop with W Grade	November 14, 2025

Section Fees

Description	Fee
Book-Inclusive Digital Acc-CAN	$69