Using the Legal Information Center

The Legal Information Center (LIC) is a free resource that provides access to a wide range of legal information. It is a project of the Cornell University Law Library.

The LIC website is easy to use and navigate. The homepage features a search bar where you can enter your search terms. You can also browse the LIC’s collection by topic or by type of document.

The LIC’s collection includes a variety of legal materials, including:

* **Caselaw:** Decisions from courts at all levels, including the Supreme Court of the United States.
* **Statutes:** Laws passed by Congress and state legislatures.
* **Regulations:** Rules and regulations issued by government agencies.
* **Legal treatises:** Scholarly books and articles on legal topics.
* **Legal forms:** Templates for legal documents, such as contracts and wills.

The LIC also provides a number of helpful resources for legal research, including:

* **A legal dictionary:** Definitions of legal terms.
* **A citation guide:** Instructions on how to cite legal sources.
* **A guide to legal research:** Tips and strategies for finding legal information.

The LIC is a valuable resource for anyone who needs to research legal issues. It is a free, easy-to-use, and comprehensive source of legal information.

Here are some tips for using the LIC:

* **Use specific search terms.** When searching the LIC, it is important to use specific search terms. For example, if you are looking for information on divorce, you should not search for “divorce.” Instead, you should search for “divorce law” or “divorce proceedings.”
* **Use the advanced search options.** The LIC’s advanced search options allow you to narrow your search results by date, jurisdiction, and document type.
* **Browse the LIC’s collection by topic.** If you are not sure what search terms to use, you can browse the LIC’s collection by topic. The LIC’s collection is organized into a number of broad subject areas, such as “Civil Procedure” and “Criminal Law.”
* **Use the LIC’s resources for legal research.** The LIC provides a number of helpful resources for legal research, including a legal dictionary, a citation guide, and a guide to legal research.

The LIC is a valuable resource for anyone who needs to research legal issues. It is a free, easy-to-use, and comprehensive source of legal information.