Speaker: Rodney Hall, Associate Law Librarian, Harris County Robert W. Hainsworth Law Library
Program Description: Speakers will demonstrate legal drafting techniques available in the most widely available word processing software, Microsoft Word. Key topics include formatting, use of styles, headers and footers, page numbering, and e-filing requirements. Legal database research techniques for finding forms from the more frequently used legal databases will also be demonstrated. Primary concentration will be on Westlaw, which is accessible at the law library with limited access also available remotely. A portion of the session is dedicated to the practical application of the skills discussed with a primary focus on basic editing skills.
Cost: Free
Where: Hybrid presentation (in-person and GoToWebinar)
Total CLE Hours: 1.0 (0 Ethics)
Accredited by the State Bar of Texas through January 31, 2025.