Zimmerman’s Research Guide

Zimmerman’s Research Guide (http://www.lexisnexis.com/infopro/zimmerman/) is a free online encyclopedia for legal researchers covering both broad and specific legal topics. Entries provide instructions for how to research a topic and get access to the information sought, as well as information about where to find the appropriate resources. It is possible to search the guide alphabetically by topic or to search by entering a keyword. Searching by keyword results in the display of all entries on or related to a topic, listed alphabetically. Included in each entry are references to print and online resources (both free and proprietary) as well as recommendations for the corresponding fee-based Lexis and Westlaw databases.

Below are highlights of a few entries:

Arbitration, Mediation and Alternative Dispute Resolution: This entry can be found under “A” in the browse by topic section of the guide, or is the first search result retrieved if the word “arbitration” is searched. The entry covers leading information sources, arbitration awards, arbitration and mediation rules, treaties and conventions.
(http://www.lexisnexis.com/infopro/zimmerman/disp.aspx?z=1180)

Federal Court Rules: Located Under “F”, this entry explains where to find court rules for specific courts and specific kinds of rules, suggests a print resource on the topic, and provides links to other entries within the guide for instructions on updating court rules.
(http://www.lexisnexis.com/infopro/zimmerman/disp.aspx?z=1458)

The Internal Revenue Code (IRC): This entry is located under “I” and is also displayed if the user searches the word “tax”. It briefly explains the IRC and provides multiple suggestions for locating it as well as any amendments or recent changes. In addition, suggestions for obtaining historical editions, legislative history, public comments on regulations, and contact information for the IRS library in Washington, D.C. are provided.
(http://www.lexisnexis.com/infopro/zimmerman/disp.aspx?z=1565)