Online Course on ‘Case Law Research & Analysis’

Join Lawctopus Law School’s Case Law Research & Analysis course

About the Lawctopus Law School

Lawctopus Law School has taught over 6500 learners and our online certificate courses have an average rating of 92.64/100. 

Our courses come with weekly live lectures, rigorously prepared reading modules, recorded lectures, practical assignments, and personal feedback!

Each batch has a Learning Manager who ensures that all learners have a quality learning experience in the course.

Why this Course?

Did you know that lawyers at top firms spend up to 30% of their time researching case laws? The ability to find relevant precedents, interpret judgments, and write compelling case analyses isn’t just a useful skill, it’s the backbone of any successful legal career.

Imagine this: You’re working on a case, and instead of wasting hours scrolling through irrelevant judgments, you know exactly how to find the right case law in minutes. Sounds amazing, right? That’s what we’ll teach you how to use free and premium legal research tools like a pro, interpret judgments with confidence, and even identify overruled cases like a seasoned lawyer.

But it doesn’t stop there. Writing crisp, analytical case summaries and persuasive case notes can make or break your internship applications, moot court submissions, or even your freelance projects. This course will show you how to structure, analyze, and write like a professional.

This isn’t just a course; it’s an investment in your future.

Ready to level up? Let’s do this together!

Structure of this Course

Module 1: Fundamentals of Advanced Case Law Research

• Using SCC Online, Manupatra, LexisNexis, Westlaw, Indian Kanoon and CaseMine
• Reading and interpreting case law: material facts, ratio decidendi/obiter dicta
• Identifying legal issues, relevant precedents
• Recorded Lecture: Finding Case Laws

Module 2: Drafting a Case Summary & Ninja Hacks

• Identify facts, issues, and judicial reasoning effortlessly.
• Craft clear and concise case summaries like a pro.
• Evaluate judicial reasoning and its real-world impact.
• Learn what NOT to do in case summaries.
• Smart tips to draft impactful summaries quickly.
• Recorded Lecture: Reading Case Laws
• Recorded Lecture: Case Summary from a Case Law

Module 3: Understanding the Nuances of Case Notes & Comments

• Learn to distill lengthy judgments into sharp, analytical insights.
• Identify emerging legal patterns and their broader implications.
• Write case notes that are precise, persuasive, and professional.
• Steer clear of common mistakes in analysis and structure.
• Dive into real-world case notes to see theory in action.
• Recorded Lecture: Case Comment & Analysis

Module 4: Legal Trends in Legal Writing & Analysis

• Understand how recent judgments and legislative changes influence legal writing.
• Explore the integration of technology, sociology, and policy in legal analysis.
• Learn to incorporate precedents and comparative law perspectives.
• Master the art of writing for accessibility without losing precision.

5 Unique Elements of this Course

• Comprehensive Reading Resources: Expertly researched modules that simplify complex legal concepts into concise, actionable insights.
• Recorded Lectures by Experts: Gain practical knowledge through on-demand video lectures designed to enhance your understanding of case law research and writing.
• 4 Engaging Live Sessions [90 minutes long each]: Interact with instructors to clarify doubts, explore advanced techniques, and enhance your learning experience in real-time.
• 1 Practical Assignment: Apply your skills to real-world scenarios 
• Personal feedback: Receive personalized feedback on the assignment you submit to learn deeply and refine your approach.
• Warm and Rigorous Learning: Experience the unique combination of supportive mentorship and high-quality academic rigor that Lawctopus Law School is known for.

How This 4-Week Online Course Will Help You?

1. Learn Advanced Legal Research: Learn to use tools like SCC Online, Manupatra, and Indian Kanoon to find the right case laws quickly and efficiently.
2. Write Like a Pro: Craft persuasive case summaries and notes that stand out in moot court submissions, internships, and academic projects.
3. Avoid Costly Mistakes: Understand the nuances of judicial reasoning to identify overruled or irrelevant cases and avoid errors in your analysis.
4. Boost Your Career: Build a strong foundation in case law research and analysis, a skill highly valued by law firms, courts, and academia.
5. Learn by Doing: With real-world assignments, live sessions, and personal feedback, this course will ensure you’re job-ready from day one.

Faculty and Course Developers

Ankit Kaushik is an Assistant Professor of Legal RGNUL, Punjab. He is a graduate of NLU, Jodhpur, and a postgraduate from NLU, Delhi. He has led the research team on the IPC as a Research Associate with the Committee for Reforms in Criminal Laws established by the Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India.

He has previously worked at National Law University Delhi on a major empirical research projects titled “Status of Crimes Against Women in Northern Regions of India” (sponsored by ICSSR) and “Impact and Implementation of Juvenile Justice Act, 2000” (sponsored by UGC). In 2021, Mr. Kaushik was awarded the Director Generals’ Commendation Certificate by the Bureau of Police Research and Development for his contribution in the form of a Research Project on “Use of Community Policing Mechanisms for Mitigation of Radicalisation and Evolving Effective Mechanisms for De-radicalisation.”

He is currently managing a major empirical research study titled “Status of Radicalization in India: An Exploratory Study of Prevention and Remedies” sponsored by the BPRD, Ministry of Home Affairs, Govt. of India.

He is currently the Faculty Coordinator for the Centre for Criminology, Criminal Justice, and Victimology at RGNUL, Punjab.

Jaibatruka Mohanta completed his B.L.S LL.B from the SVKMs Pravin Gandhi College of Law, University of Mumbai. During his law school years, he won 3 National and 1 International Moot Court Competitions amongst other accomplishments.

Since his time in Law School, he has been interested in research activities and human rights policies with an inclination towards litigation.

While in his 4th year at law school, he closely worked with the Odisha Prisons in understanding the legal representation received by convicts in Odisha’s Mayurbhanj district. He has participated in various panel discussions on policy formulation since his college days at the state and national levels.

At present after graduating from law school, he began his career as a Research Fellow at the CEERA, NLSIU Banglore to delve into cutting-edge research and policy formulation. In CEERA he is involved in policy formulation, research activities, and litigation matters. In addition, he is engaged as a faculty with Lawctopus.

Samanvi Narang is associated with JGLS Sonepat as Assistant Lecturer. Her areas of specialisation include International Trade Law, Human Rights Law, International Investment Law and Corporate and Commercial Laws.

Ms. Narang completed her B.A.,LL.B (Hons.) with specialization in Energy Laws from School of Law, UPES, Dehradun with remarkable academic records.

For her diverse yet exceptional performance in extra-curricular activities throughout her degree program, Ms. Narang received International Council for Justice Award for Outstanding performance in Extra-curricular Activities.

Thereon, she completed her Masters in Corporate and Commercial Laws from NALSAR University of Law, Hyderabad.

Ms. Samanvi also holds a Diploma in International Investment Law from QueenMary University, London.

She is currently pursuing her Ph.D. from NALSAR University of Law, Hyderabad in the area of International Investment Arbitration.

Vershika Sharma graduated from NLU Jodhpur and completed her LLM from HPNLU, Shimla, where she secured a Gold Medal.

She has worked with RGNUL, Patiala where she worked on various government funded research projects.

Immensely invested in and passionate about education, Vershika has been an academic mentor at IDIA, Rajasthan and has published in various newspapers such as The Hindu and Indian Express.

Vershika has taught over 1000 students the intricacies of legal research and writing. To enhance her online teaching skills, Vershika also completed an intensive online course on ‘The Art of Facilitation‘ from Colab.x

Mansi Mankotia graduated with a B.A.LL.B (Hons.) from H.P. University in 2020 and pursued an LLM specializing in criminal law from NLU Shimla. Currently, Mansi is dedicated to advancing her expertise through a Ph.D. in Law.

With professional experience as an in-house counsel, she currently serves as a Senior Learning Manager & Head: Test Prep Wing at Lawctopus Law School, contributing to the development and delivery of practical law courses. She has taught more than 1000 learners in courses Legal Research & Writing, CLAT PG Coaching, UGC NET (Law).

Course Fee

Rs. 3,800/-

Course Duration

1 month

Life-time Access

By purchasing this course, you are granted lifetime access.

Life-time access means that the course access will be available to you as long as the company continues to offer the course or remains in existence. In the event the course is discontinued or the company ceases operations, access to the course will no longer be available.

Process of Learning

• Upon enrolment, you will get an email consisting of the course access details
• Orientation session which explains the logistics of the course
• Recorded video lectures
• 4 Weekly live sessions (1.5 hours long)
• Text-based reading modules
• Online discussion forum for clearing your doubts
• 1 compulsory assignment
• Personalized feedback on your assignments

Assignment and Certification

You will receive the certificate upon completing the assignment successfully. Please note that we are liberal in our marking and always give a second chance. What we want is a ‘sincere engagement’ from our learners.

Questions?

If you have any queries regarding the course, please send an email to [email protected] and we will get back to you within 24 hours!

FAQs:

1. Do we have any live class?

Yes. You will have weekly live classes.

The schedule of the live sessions will be announced 1-2 days prior to the start of the course over Email and WhatsApp. The sessions happen on weekday evenings (7-8.30 pm) or on Sundays so that students and professionals can easily attend the classes without impacting their study/work.

In case you miss a live session, you can watch the recording of the session.

2. For how long can I access this course?

You’ll have lifetime access from the date of registration.

3. Can we download the material?

No! Allowing for the downloading of material puts our work at risk of copyright violation and related misuse. Learners can easily access the material (reading modules, recorded lectures, assignments, etc.) from the Learning Management System (LMS).

Need help to decide? Feel free to reach out to us on these channels.

Phone calls/WhatsApp Number: 935 968 4056 (Ishani, Counsellor, Lawctopus Law School)

Email: [email protected]