Starting Pupillage can be a stressful time. Let the Library make it easier for you with our events aimed at helping pupils find their feet:
Legal Research for Pupils – a refresher training session via Zoom on Wednesday 23 October will go over key aspects of legal research. Book via Eventbrite.
“… essential training for all new pupils”
Database Training Sessions – on our training page you will see details of sessions from Lexis+ and Westlaw. These are aimed at students but pupils can attend if you need a refresher.
One-to-one Sessions – if you are struggling with research, book a one to one with a member of the Library team who can structure a session around your needs. Just email library@innertemple.org.uk and we will do our best to accommodate.
Tours – if you are not familiar with the Inner Temple Library, you can book a tour and a member of the team with show you around. Just email library@innertemple.org.uk
“A morning spent at the Inner Temple has paid dividends during pupillage.”
Guides
Preparing for Pupillage: Legal Research Tips (PDF)
The aim of this guide is to point out some useful tips to assist with different aspects of legal research. Hard copy and online sources are included and will be suggested as appropriate.
Neutral Citations
A guide to neutral citations, the unique reference given to a particular judgment by HM Courts and Tribunals Service.
Other useful Library Guides are available on our website and in the Library.
We have produced a collection of database user guides, as well as subject guides to our collections.
Useful Resources
Legal Research FAQs
These guides aim to answer questions frequently asked of the staff at the Inner Temple Library. The sources suggested are not intended to be exhaustive. Rather they are sources that the staff have found to be most useful. They include free web-based sources, hard copy materials and subscription-based databases.
Remote Access to Databases
Lexis is offering pupils complimentary access to Lexis+ Practical Guidance for the duration of their pupillage. Contact farina.sharif@lexisnexis.co.uk giving full name, email address, pupillage start and end dates.
In addition the Library has a limited number of logins to Bloomsbury Professional. Contact bloomsbury@innertemple.org.uk to obtain a login.
Document Supply
Photocopies (subject to copyright) can be sent by scan/email via our document supply service.
Keeping Current
Our Current Awareness blog is intended to provide up-to-date information on new case law, changes in legislation, and legal news, which we hope will be of interest to lawyers practising in the UK. Coverage is restricted to England and Wales. The content is selected and updated daily by information professionals on the staff of the Inner Temple Library.
“A must-read for up to date commentary & a great source of interview fodder.”
