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What is Legal Research?

Legal research is the process of locating and analysing legal information - such as case law, statutes, regulations, and commentary - to answer specific legal questions. It is a vital skill for lawyers and law students.

Traditionally, this involved hours of manual searching through physical books and archives.

Today, online legal research and AI-powered databases allow legal professionals to achieve the same outcomes faster.

Why Use AI for Legal Research?

AI legal research is revolutionising the way legal professionals work by combining intelligent algorithms with vast data resources.

  • Speed: Search millions of documents in seconds.
  • Accuracy: AI reduces the risk of missing relevant cases.
  • Insights: Predictive analytics highlight trends and precedents.

AI Legal Research vs Manual Research​

  • Manual: Slow, fragmented, and often incomplete.
  • AI-Powered: Comprehensive, efficient, and data-driven.​

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Legal Research Methodology: Step by Step​

A solid legal research methodology ensures accuracy and reliability in every matter. By following a structured process, legal professionals can reach conclusions faster and with greater confidence. Here’s how it works:

Clearly define the question or dispute at hand. A precise issue statement helps focus research and find solution faster.

Use legal research databases such as case law, statutes, regulations, and secondary commentary. Choosing the right sources ensures credibility.

Critically examine the results, highlight relevant precedents, and assess how they apply to the facts. AI-powered tools can help identify hidden connections.

Integrate findings into arguments, briefs, or academic work. Reliable research strengthens your position and improves outcomes.
identify the legal issue
select authoritative sources
analyse and interpret findings
apply research to the case

​Why it Matters:

Following this methodology is the difference between incomplete research and a persuasive, evidence-based legal strategy. Whether you’re learning how to do legal research or refining your firm’s approach, methodology is the foundation of success.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Legal research is the process of finding and analysing laws, case law, and regulations. It is important because it ensures lawyers give accurate advice and make decisions based on reliable legal information.

To conduct effective legal research, define the issue, use trusted legal research tools (such as Lexis+ AI with Protégé), apply filters, and make sure sources are current. Good organisation improves efficiency.

LexisNexis is considered prefer choice among legal professionals as it offers unparalleled access to case law, statutes, regulations, legal commentary - all in one platform. With powerful search tools, advanced filters, and AI-driven insights, LexisNexis makes legal research faster, more accurate, and more reliable. It’s the trusted choice for lawyers, firms, and academics worldwide.

AI can take a lot of the legwork out of research. It can scan through thousands of cases in seconds, highlight the most relevant passages, and even suggest precedents you might have missed. Some AI tools also let you search in plain English instead of relying on complex search strings. This makes legal research faster and more accurate, while freeing up time for actual legal analysis.

LexisNexis is widely recognised as one of the leading platforms for legal research, thanks to its extensive database, powerful search tools, and built-in AI features. Constant updates ensure that lawyers always have access to the most relevant and reliable legal information. Whether you’re in private practice, corporate counsel, or academia, LexisNexis provides the tools you need to research with confidence.

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