A session for GDL students on legal research.
Conducting efficient and effective legal research is an essential skill for barristers, and to those studying for the Bar.
In this practical session you will learn how to approach legal research using the materials available to you in practice.
Along the way, you’ll learn which reports to cite, and how to make the most of what Lexis and Westlaw have to offer.
Event details
This event is open to GDL Students.
Location: Library
Date and registration time: Thursday 23 October, 5.45pm
Dress Code: Smart Casual
Cost: Free
How to book
Book online via the Gray’s Inn Online System (GIOS).
Booking opens: 01/10/1015
Booking closes: 19/12/2025
Qualifying Sessions
Qualifying Session (QS): 1 QS
This QS relates to the following elements of the Professional Statement for Barristers: 1.5, 1.11, 1.13
Theme: Legal knowledge, Justice and the Rule of Law
Learning aims:
1. Become familiar with legal research materials and resources in Gray’s Inn Library.
2. Learn how to undertake legal research using print and online sources.
3. Understand how to interpret and update findings.
Preparation required: No
Interactive: Yes
To be awarded the QS for this event you are required to join the event on time and stay for the full duration of the event. Please enter your full name when joining the event so that we can record attendance and update the QS records accordingly. This can take up to two weeks.
Please see Qualifying Sessions for further information.