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Legal Studies

This guide is an introduction to resources on the subject of Law. It includes free online resources, subscription-based electronic resources only available to SJU students and faculty, and print material housed in the Drexel Library.

Why Use Introductory Resources?

Introductory resources explain in general terms what is currently known about your topic and help you understand the broader context of your research.

Dictionaries

Black's Law Dictionary
After clicking on the above link, look for the "Secondary Sources" link and click on it. The link for Black's Law Dictionary will be on the right side of your screen under "Related Content."
Black's Law Dictionary (print)

Encyclopedias & Other Background Information

WestlawNext
U.S. laws, statues, case law, Code of Federal Regulations, as well as secondary sources for legal research.

Famous Trials
Law Professor Douglas O. Linder provides legal background material at no charge