User Guide

Search guide

Find authorities with a keyword or question, narrow the results, and save useful sources to a Briefcase.

  1. Run a search

    Sign in and open Search. Enter keywords or a legal question in the search bar, then press Enter or select Search.

  2. Choose your scope

    Choose the jurisdiction and source types you need using the search controls. Available sources and filters depend on the jurisdiction.

  3. Refine the results

    Use the filters beside the results to narrow your search. On smaller screens, open Filters. If nothing matches, broaden your keywords or clear filters and try again.

  4. Read the source

    Select a result title to open the source. Check the text and context before relying on a search excerpt.

  5. Save a useful result

    Sign in to save research. On a result, open Add to briefcase and choose a Briefcase by name. You can also choose New Briefcase, enter a name and select Add to create one and save the result.

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