The non-traditional law student arguably has much less time than does the traditional law student to research and study in “traditional” ways. Your school’s law library is a wonderful source for legal authority, and I personally prefer utilizing “hard copies” in my reading and research. However, you probably don’t have enough time to spend hours a week at the library.

Legal-research technology is out there so you may as well utilize it. WestlLaw and LexisNexis are great resources for delving into legal topics in depth. But there are many other sources as well. Google a legal term and see what you come up with. While there is no substitute for “hitting the books”, online research and study aids can be very helpful.

A warning though. Do Not become reliant on technology to do your work for you. Brief your own cases, read the material, and study in your own style. When law school is over and you are sitting for the Bar Exam it will be your knowledge that is tested; not that of others you have read about online.

Have a great day and hang in there.