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JIL112Law2 Unitsintermediate

Legal Methods Ii

This course introduces the fundamental principles and applications of sources of law. It explores primary and secondary sources, including statutory and judicial materials, letters, speeches, interviews, periodicals, newspapers, and foreign materials. Students will learn how to use source materials, cite cases, write legal letters, and understand the structure of courts. The course also covers legal research, essay writing, and the application of legal rules in social matters, providing a foundation for further legal studies.

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52h
Study Time
13
Weeks
4h
Per Week
none
Math Level
Course Keywords
Sources of LawLegal ResearchJudicial PrecedentStatutory MaterialsLegal Writing

Course Overview

Everything you need to know about this course

Course Difficulty

Intermediate Level
Builds on foundational knowledge
65%
intermediate
📚
Math Level
No Math
🔬
Learning Type
Hands-on Practice

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

Sources of Law

2

Legal Research

3

Case Citation

4

Essay Writing

5

Judicial Systems

6

Legal Profession

Total Topics6 topics

Ready to Start

No specific requirements needed

This course is designed to be accessible to all students. You can start immediately without any prior knowledge or specific preparation.

Assessment Methods

How your progress will be evaluated (3 methods)

assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

tutor-marked assessments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

final examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Computer Based Test

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Legal Assistant

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Paralegal

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Legal Researcher

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Court Clerk

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Law Librarian

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Industry Applications

Real-world sectors where you can apply your knowledge

Law FirmsGovernment AgenciesJudicial SystemLegal PublishingCorporate Legal Departments

Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week
1

Module 1:

4h

Unit 1: Sources of Law

4 study hours
  • •Study the definition of 'source of law' and its various interpretations.
  • •Identify and differentiate between primary and secondary sources of law.
  • •Understand the roles of legislation and statutes as primary sources.
Week
2

Module 1:

4h

Unit 2: Secondary Sources of Law

4 study hours
  • •Explore legal textbooks, monographs, and commentaries as secondary sources.
  • •Examine legal journals and periodicals, differentiating between foreign and local titles.
  • •Analyze interviews, speeches, and newspaper articles as secondary sources.
Week
3

Module 1:

4h

Unit 3: Use of Source Materials

4 study hours
  • •Learn how to use law libraries and their resources effectively.
  • •Understand the library catalog system and its functions.
  • •Familiarize yourself with the organization of a law library, including acquisition and reference services.
Week
4

Module 2:

4h

Unit 1: Legal Research

4 study hours
  • •Understand the principles of legal research, including analyzing facts and identifying legal issues.
  • •Learn various methods of legal research, such as using author, title, and subject approaches.
  • •Identify and use tools of legal research, including primary and secondary source materials.
Week
5

Module 2:

4h

Unit 2: Indexing and Identification of Library Materials

4 study hours
  • •Learn about periodical indexes and subject indexes.
  • •Identify different types of indexes, such as education index and science citation index.
  • •Understand the types of library materials, including dictionaries, encyclopedias, and directories.
Week
6

Module 2:

4h

Unit 3: Cases, Citation of Cases and Reports

4 study hours
  • •Understand the essential elements of a case report, including title, court, and judges.
  • •Learn how to cite cases correctly.
  • •Explore Nigerian law reports and their significance.
Week
7

Module 2:

4h

Unit 4: Methods and Approaches in Essay Writing

4 study hours
  • •Explore methods and approaches in essay writing, including blocked and semi-blocked styles.
  • •Understand open and close punctuation styles.
  • •Learn about the checklist on the form of a letter, including letter references and salutations.
Week
8

Module 3:

4h

Unit 1: Analysis and Note Taking in Legal Matters

4 study hours
  • •Understand the importance of analysis and note-taking in legal matters.
  • •Learn how to analyze legal instructions and classify notes.
  • •Explore the use of authorities in legal argument and writing.
Week
9

Module 3:

4h

Unit 2: Authoritative Elements in Books and Judicial Opinion

4 study hours
  • •Identify authoritative elements in legal textbooks.
  • •Understand judicial opinions and how courts express judgments.
  • •Explore judicial reasoning and how judges use logical reasoning in reaching decisions.
Week
10

Module 3:

4h

Unit 3: Application of Legal Rules in Social Matters

4 study hours
  • •Understand how legal rules are applied to social matters.
  • •Explore Roscoe Pound's social engineering doctrine.
  • •Learn about the division of topics into chapters, sections, and subsections.
Week
11

Module 3:

4h

Unit 4: The Structure of Courts in the Contemporary English Legal System

4 study hours
  • •Explore the structure of courts in the contemporary English legal system.
  • •Understand the jurisdiction of magistrates' courts and county courts.
  • •Familiarize yourself with the High Court and its divisions.
Week
12

Module 3:

4h

Unit 5: The Hierarchy of the Judiciary in the English Legal System

4 study hours
  • •Understand the hierarchy of the judiciary in the English legal system.
  • •Explore the different ranks of judges, including Supreme Court judges and Lords Justice of Appeal.
  • •Learn about judges' functions, including dispute settlement and case management.
Week
13

Revision

4h

Final Revision

4 study hours
  • •Review all modules and units.
  • •Practice essay writing and case citation.
  • •Prepare for final examination.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Create concept maps linking Modules 1-3 sources of law

2

Practice case citation using different reporting styles weekly

3

Outline essay structures for potential exam topics

4

Review key statutory provisions from Units 1-3 regularly

5

Simulate exam conditions by answering past questions within time limits

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