LexisNexis (also known as Lexis+, this link opens in a new tab)
Lexis+ is a leading global provider of legal, regulatory and business information and analytics that help customers increase productivity, improve decision-making and outcomes, and advance the rule of law around the world.
Introduction to Lexis+ (Video, this link opens in a new tab)
Lexis+Overview (Handout, this link opens in a new tab)
*Registration code will be shared via email.
Thomson Reuters Westlaw (also known as Westlaw Precision , this link opens in a new tab)
Westlaw has always been the standard for legal research because of its content, proprietary editorial enhancements like the West Key Number System and KeyCite, and market-leading technology. Also includes TWEN and Practical Law
Westlaw Edge Product Overview (Video, this link opens in a new tab.)
*Registration codes for this service will be shared in your LRAC course.
*IP authenticated, access through the MYLaw portal or using your Maine Law credentials.
New York Times
The New York Times (link opens in a new tab) is available to all students, staff and faculty of the University of Maine School of Law.
Practising Law Institute (PLI) Plus
PLI PLUS (link opens in a new tab) includes comprehensive research materials from treatises, answer books, course handbooks, forms, and CLE program transcripts covering 25 practice areas. Including Intellectual Property, Cybersecurity, Immigration, Corporate Law, Environmental Law, Tax, and so much more.
Law School Flyer: (link opens in a new tab) This handout highlights content that matches law school courses PLI PLUS.
Getting Started with PLI PLUS Video: (link opens in a new tab) This tutorial highlights key features and two ways to access content.
*IP authenticated, access through the MYLaw portal or using your Maine Law credentials.
Vital Law
Vital Law (link opens in a new tab) is powered by Wolters Kluwer's world-class analysis, VitalLaw's intuitive research platform gives you the depth you need for the actionable insights you want. Select treatises and content available. Including: Standard Federal Tax Reporter, Federal & State Tax Content, COVID- 19 Resources, Cybersecurity & Privacy, Elder & Estates Law, Intellectual Property, Litigation, and Property & Construction Law.
Video Trainings (link opens in a new tab)
*IP authenticated, access through the MYLaw portal or using your Maine Law credentials.
TaxNotes
TaxNotes (link opens in a new tab) Covering all federal tax laws, regulations, and policy developments, Tax Notes is unparalleled in its field. Our subscription includes access to: Tax Notes Today Federal, Tax Notes Federal, Tax Notes Today International and Tax Notes International.
The resources listed in this guide are available only to current faculty, students, and staff of Maine Law.
Many of these resources are also linked by subject area in other LawGuides
and/or are available by title in the Library Catalog (link opens in a new tab).
If you have any questions about accessing these resources please contact lawref@maine.edu.