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Legal research instruction checklist

Use this checklist to prepare clearer instructions before substantive work begins.

  1. 1Precise research question
  2. 2Jurisdiction and relevant date
  3. 3Known authorities and procedural context
  4. 4Required format and word limit
  5. 5Deadline and priority issues
  6. 6Confidentiality or source restrictions

This resource is a workflow aid only and is not legal advice.