ON DEMAND: Using Legal Databases
Learn fundamental research strategies in two of the Law Library’s most useful legal databases, Westlaw and Lexis+. Gain tips on how to perform caselaw research, validate primary sources, and access secondary sources digitally.
Class covers:
Using the Westlaw or Lexis+ legal database to…
- Formulate search queries
- Filter search results
- Find primary sources such as cases and codes
- Find secondary sources such as legal practice guides
Presented by: LA Law Library Reference Librarians
Registration fees: FREE
Course Materials: If you would like to receive a copy of the course materials for any of the classes, including any PowerPoint used, please register at the Register Now! button for the class, provided below. A staff member will email you the course materials (usually within one business day)."
Video Recordings: We recognize that not everyone can attend in person classes, so even if you can't make it in, please watch any of these recordings and remember that we are still here to help! Call us at (213) 785-2513, email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., or chat with us online to get help finding information and resources on any legal (or not-quite-legal) question. Access to the video recordings is free.
Dated Material: Please note that the law changes. The original recording date for each class is provided on the display page. To be certain that you receive up-to-date information, please attend the in-person class, or contact us for help researching or updating your specific legal issue.
Last Updated: Friday, 25 April 2025 12:16
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LIVE ZOOM: Legal Research on the Internet
Wednesday, June 25, 2025, 12:00 p.m. – 1:15 p.m.
Wednesday, November 19, 2025, 12:00 p.m. – 1:15 p.m.
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Learn how to evaluate and use free sources of legal information online. This class also introduces select low cost websites for researching California and federal law.
Class covers:
- How to search for bills, codes, regulations, and case law on the open Web
- Sources for Los Angeles City and County law and government
- General legal research sites, including Google Scholar and FindLaw for Legal Professionals
Presented by LA Law Library Reference Librarians
ZOOM LINK for Wednesday, June 25:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85064780375
ZOOM LINK for Wednesday, November 19:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84421460538
No legal advice:
LA Law Library provides access to legal resources and assistance with legal research. LA Law Library does not provide legal advice. For legal advice, you should consult an attorney.
Last Updated: Tuesday, 06 May 2025 12:03
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LIVE ZOOM: Types & Sources of Law
Wednesday, May 14, 2025, 12:00 p.m. – 1:15 p.m.
Wednesday, October 15, 2025, 12:00 p.m. – 1:15 p.m.
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This class introduces legal researchers to cases, statutes, and regulations, and the roles they play in your research. Learn fundamental legal research concepts by focusing on the features of legal research materials and the tools by which to locate them.
Class covers:
- Introduction to primary and secondary authority
- Characteristics of legal research materials
- Legal research tips
Presented by LA Law Library Reference Librarians
ZOOM LINK for Wednesday, May 14:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86597802241
ZOOM LINK for Wednesday, October 15:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89918210861
No legal advice:
LA Law Library provides access to legal resources and assistance with legal research. LA Law Library does not provide legal advice. For legal advice, you should consult an attorney.
Last Updated: Tuesday, 06 May 2025 12:00
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IN PERSON: Tenant Anti-Harassment Ordinance
Friday, December 20, 2024: 3:00 p.m.- 5:00 p.m
In 2021, the Los Angeles City Council adopted the Tenant Anti-Harassment Ordinance (TAHO), establishing legal rights for tenants facing harassment from their landlord. Tenant harassment is when a landlord knowingly takes actions that cause harm to a tenant. Actions such as refusing to do repairs, taking away services provided in the lease, attempting to coerce a tenant to move-out or intentionally disturbing a tenant’s peace and quiet. Through outreach and education programs, Strategic Actions for a Just Economy (SAJE) works with tenants to educate them on their rights and what to do when facing landlord harassment. Join this class and learn about tenants’ legal rights to protection against landlord harassment.
- What is Harassment
- Harassment under the Tenant Anti-Harassment Ordinance (TAHO)
- What you can do if your landlord is harassing you
- How to assert your rights and report harassment
- Where to get support
Last Updated: Monday, 02 December 2024 11:01
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LIVE ZOOM: Tenant Anti-Harassment Ordinance
Friday, December 20, 2024: 3:00 p.m.- 5:00 p.m
In 2021, the Los Angeles City Council adopted the Tenant Anti-Harassment Ordinance (TAHO), establishing legal rights for tenants facing harassment from their landlord. Tenant harassment is when a landlord knowingly takes actions that cause harm to a tenant. Actions such as refusing to do repairs, taking away services provided in the lease, attempting to coerce a tenant to move-out or intentionally disturbing a tenant’s peace and quiet. Through outreach and education programs, Strategic Actions for a Just Economy (SAJE) works with tenants to educate them on their rights and what to do when facing landlord harassment. Join this class and learn about tenants’ legal rights to protection against landlord harassment.
- What is Harassment
- Harassment under the Tenant Anti-Harassment Ordinance (TAHO)
- What you can do if your landlord is harassing you
- How to assert your rights and report harassment
- Where to get support
Last Updated: Monday, 02 December 2024 11:03
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