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Research Resource: How to Find Primary Authorities

How To Become A Paralegal

When you’re a new paralegal or even as a paralegal student, it can be hard to find primary authorities during the research phase of a case. For instance, if you’re researching divorce, know what it is, exactly, that you need to know. Computer-assisted legal research platforms, such as LexisNexis or WestLaw, aren’t cheap.