Finding law journal articles

Step 1: Determine search terms

• For search strategies, see Legal Research Strategy worksheet (PDF)

Step 2: Choose a search tool (a database)

• View key databases in the Law Guide (opens in a new window)
• Full list of law databases in alphabetical order

• For the following demonstration, we will be using AGIS Plus Text.

• Enter your University email username and password when prompted.

Step 3: Perform the database search

Search with AGIS PLus Text [PPS 1.4MB]

Step 4: Finding the full text of a journal article

Searching for a journal with A to Z journals list [PPS 1.2MB]

Step 5 (optional): Modify search strategy

Depending on the results retrieved, you may or may need to modify your search strategy.

Points to remember from the demonstration

• If your results return only abstracts, check the A to Z journals list to see if the full text is available elsewhere.
• Ask at the Research Help Desk for alternatives to access the full text.

Citing journal articles

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