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Subject keywords have not been provided for this guide due to the varied nature of legal research. We recommend using search terms involving the activity in question, the parties/places/objects involved, the defense or argument, and/or the type of law of interest.
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This tutorial focuses on using the National Archives as a source of information when conducting research.
The National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) is the nation's record keeper. Of all documents and materials created in the course of business conducted by the United States federal government, only 1%-3% are so important for legal or historical reasons that they are kept[.] (About the National Archives)
American Bar Association
Founded in 1878, the ABA is committed to advancing the rule of law across the United States and beyond by providing practical resources for legal professionals, law school accreditation, model ethics codes and more.