What is Westlaw?

 

Westlaw Classic

 

Westlaw Next

How do I access Westlaw?

For short-term, general access, SBS faculty will share one Westlaw account. The username, password, and client ID for the shared account can be found on the MySuffolk portal. Go to Committees > My Committees > SBS Faculty Resources > Shared Files > OTM Resources > Westlaw.pdf.

SBS faculty working on long term projects can contact our office to request access to a personal account throughout the duration of their research.

To access WestlawClassic: www.westlaw.com

To access WestlawNext:https://1.next.westlaw.com

I am new to Westlaw. How do I learn more about it?

Westlaw Classic and WestlawNext offer many training resources on their websites, Westlaw Classic and Westlaw Next Help Center. A few key resources are linked to below.

 

WestlawNext Getting Started Video

WestlawNext Getting Started Guide

 

 

 

 

 

 

On their website you can learn by topic, get basic training, or learn more advanced functions. This is your best resource to learn about Qualtrics at your convenience.

You may also contact our office and we'll do our best to direct you to the appropriate resources.

How can I get help with Westlaw?