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  • Getting Started with Paxton AI's Combined Research tool
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  1. Legal Research

Combined Research

Empower your practice with AI-driven legal research. Effortlessly navigate comprehensive US state, federal, and case law at the appellate level and above to uncover key insights with AI.

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Getting Started with Paxton AI's Combined Research tool

Important: View our coverage page to see our knowledge base Paxton has access to:

1. Open Paxton AI and select the 'Combined Research' option from the sidebar menu.

  • Start a new search or continue an existing query from your chat history.

2. Set Your Search Parameters

  • Select Jurisdictions: Choose from federal, state, or combined options. For state-specific searches, you can also include related federal laws, such as district and appellate courts.

  • Specify Date Range: Adjust the date range for case laws to refine your search results.

3. Enter Your Query

  • Type your legal query into the search bar. Be specific to maximize the relevance of search results.

4. Review Your Search Results

  • Paxton AI will display results from both statutory laws and case laws that are pertinent to your query.

  • For each result, you'll see a brief summary and a link to the full document.

5. Utilize the Integrated Citator

  • Click on 'Cited References' to see statutory citations and cases that reference your search results.

  • Use the 'Analyze Case' option to get a deeper understanding of how each cited case relates to your query.

6. Deep Dive into Specific Cases or Statutes

  • Select individual cases or statutes to view detailed analyses and historical citations.

  • Explore the context in which each document has been cited across various legal proceedings.

7. Continuous Learning and Updates

  • The system updates regularly, so keep checking back for the most current legal standards and interpretations.

Tips for Effective Use

  • Multiple Tabs for Efficiency: You can open multiple tabs of Paxton AI to conduct parallel searches without losing data from other sessions.

  • Critically Evaluate AI-Generated Results: Although AI systems like Paxton deliver comprehensive legal information, it's essential to critically examine the outcomes.

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