We are thrilled to announce the newly released Legal Research for Business textbook published by CALI eLangdell® Press and authored by Nicholas Norton, a Blended Practice Area Consultant at Lexis-Nexis.
Why Legal Research for Business is Essential for Your Course
This textbook is intended as an introduction to the kinds of business research that lawyers
often need to do, but for which they are rarely trained. It begins with a brief review of general legal research, and branches out to cover such topics as business formation, transaction precedents, and researching both public and private companies. It also covers conducting competitive intelligence by keeping up on company news, researching campaign finance records, and researching foreign businesses.
It is oriented around a 1 credit law school research course, but can be successfully used in any business law course, or by students working independently.
Benefits of Adopting this OER Casebook
In addition to its rich content, Legal Research for Business offers several practical benefits that make it a superior choice for both you and your students:
- Cost Savings for Students: By providing free books to CALI member schools, we eliminate the financial burden of additional book costs. Students can download the casebook at no charge.
- Convenience and Accessibility: No more having your students lug around heavy textbooks that can cause back pain. The casebook is compatible with all mobile devices and tablets, allowing students to access the material anywhere.
- Flexible and Customizable Content: Published under a Creative Commons license and released in a variety of formats the casebook enables faculty to use and remix the content to suit their educational needs.
Call to Action
We strongly encourage you to incorporate Legal Research for Business into your recommended reading list for the upcoming semester.
To review the textbook, click here to download at no cost. A teacher’s manual is available.
