Legal Search Engine

/ˈliːɡəl sɜːrtʃ ˈɛnʤɪn/

Definitions

  1. (n.) A specialized search engine designed to locate legal documents, case law, statutes, regulations, and legal literature.
    The attorney used a legal search engine to find precedents relevant to the case.

Forms

  • legal search engine
  • legal search engines

Commentary

Legal search engines are tailored to parse complex legal texts and often include advanced filters for jurisdictions, dates, and document types, making them essential tools for practitioners and scholars.

This glossary is for general informational and educational purposes only. Definitions are jurisdiction-agnostic but reflect terminology and concepts primarily drawn from English and American legal traditions. Nothing herein constitutes legal advice or creates a lawyer-client relationship. Users should consult qualified counsel for advice on specific matters or jurisdictions.

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