Legal research : a practitioner's handbook / Peter Clinch ; with contributions by James Mullan.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Where to start the research -- Which sources to use -- How to choose the sources -- General law encyclopedias -- Legislation -- Case law -- Procedural law -- Words and phrases -- Updating known law -- Commentary on the law -- Pre-legislative proposals -- Other official information -- Where to find legal information not available within your firm or chambers -- Business information -- Information about people and personalities connected with the law -- Lucky dip! -- Writing to impress.

This reference provides practical advice on many aspects of effective legal research. It covers problem identification and analysis, sources and how to make the presentation of results of legal research more effective.