LexisNexis for California Western School of Law

12/16/2020

Congratulations on finishing finals! You should be very proud of yourself. Law school is hard enough, let alone having to do it during a pandemic. Take some time to relax and recover. Enjoy your holidays and please stay safe!!

12/08/2020

Good luck with finals!

11/30/2020

Today is your last chance to enter the Lexis at CWSL Monthly Raffle! Follow the below steps for a chance to win a $25 Amazon Gift Card!

Monthly Raffle—Create a Lexis+ Folder, learn how to stay organized for exams, and be entered to win!

First, go to Lexis+ and pull up the case Pennoyer v, Neff.

Second, click the folder icon at the top left of the page.

Third, select “choose a folder” at the bottom of the drop-down menu.

Fourth, title the folder “Lexis Raffle,” click create, then send a screen shot of the folder to Caitlyn Iwamura at [email protected]

Winner will be selected TOMORROW, Dec. 1st.

11/17/2020

2Ls and 3Ls:

Your legal job, internship or interview appointment for a job is fast approaching and you not only need to be ready to hit the ground running, but also know what’s currently going on at your place of employment or potential work setting.

Start following your firm, judge, or a specific attorney by setting up an Alert on Lexis+. Just one search on Lexis+ provides you with a wealth of information and will give you great talking points to help you stand out from your colleagues.

To learn how to utilize this tool and earn a $5 Amazon GC, complete this 1-question activity

Deadline to complete is TOMORROW, Nov. 17th!

11/09/2020

Join us TOMORROW at 1pm and boost your resume, points and wallet with Lexis+ Proficiency Certification!

Proficiency Certification on Lexis+ ensures you have the research skills employers expect. Plus you’ll be able to refer potential employers to the Lexis+ Certification Registry to prove your skills.

During this 30-min webinar, we’ll complete the 10-question certification exam together. All attendees will receive 200 Points. Whoever provides correct answers the fastest will earn a $5 Amazon GC for each question!

***All Legal Skills I students who successfully completed all of the assigned Lexis Learn modules are automatically certified (no exam required). Your name will appear on the certification registry at the end of the fall term. ***

Register below!

Zoom password: Lexis

Questions? Feel free to contact your Lexis at CWSL rep, Jennifer Franco, at [email protected].

Welcome! You are invited to join a meeting: Lexis+ Proficiency Certification . After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the meeting.

11/05/2020

Come say hi! We are out on the sidewalk across from the library.

We have tumblers, hand sanitizer, highlighters, and friendly faces!

11/04/2020

Hey 1L's, just a reminder that your Lexis Student Reps will be on campus tomorrow.

Stop by the CWSL 225 Courtyard TOMORROW, Nov. 5th, anytime between 1pm-3:30pm. Your Lexis Student Reps will be distributing FREE Lexis “hydro-flasks” and other awesome swag!

Don’t forget your mask!

11/04/2020

Hump Day check-in!

Just a reminder to drink water, take deep breaths, and ground yourself by doing what you can...read and brief your cases, actively participate in class, and reach out to your Lexis Reps if you need anything

11/02/2020

Ready or not, they are coming.

Don’t wait, let Lexis Practice Centers help you prepare for finals

10/06/2020

Happy Monday, everyone!

How is everyone doing? What midterms (if any) do you have this week? How did you use Lexis last week?

If you need anything, please feel free to reach out to your Lexis team! Keep studying and stay healthy!

09/30/2020

Research Tip of the Week--Where can I find study materials for the classes I’m taking this semester?

50 Rewards Points
With the Law School Class Pages on Lexis+ you can focus on the briefs, outlines, and key materials you need to understand the material you cover in class. Complete this week’s virtual tip and learn how to access to top sources, key topics and the trusted industry news you can’t find elsewhere - all in one location

Complete the below 1-question quiz and earn 50 Rewards Points!

09/29/2020

Hello!

As Monday comes to an end, your Lexis team wants to remind you to take care of yourself. Get the sleep you need, drink lots of water, and of course prepare for classes. That being said, check back in the next few days to find out how Lexis+ can help you prepare for classes and midterms!