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Google Scholar came online in November 2009, offering advanced legal research to everyone. Combining case law from state and federal courts around the country with Google’s unique search algorithm, Google Scholar allows anyone to conduct legal research—for free. However, attorneys used to using commercial search engines with very structured search rules may have difficulty adjusting to Google Scholar. TheseGoogle Scholar advanced legal research tips will explain some of the strengths and weaknesses of Google Scholar and how you can use it to save yourself and your clients some money.
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