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The University of Texas at Austin School of Law

Legal Research, Advanced: Tax

  • Semester: Spring 2011
  • Course ID: 132C
  • Credit Hours: 1
  • Unique: 29055

Course Information

  • Grading Method: Pass/Fail Mandatory
  • Professional Skills: Satisfies ABA Professional Skills Requirement

Registration Information

  • Upperclass-only elective

Meeting Times

Day Time Location
TUE 3:30 - 5:20 pm TNH 3.126

Evaluation Method

Type Date Time Location
None

Description

This one-hour course in legal research methods in the tax domain focuses on federal income tax materials, but also includes an overview of state and international materials. The emphasis of this course is on developing research strategies and methodologies for finding and using a variety of tax materials in a changing information environment. Topics include research methods for federal tax statutes (including legislative history), federal tax regulations (current, proposed, and temporary), and IRS procedural rules and revenue and letter rulings. The class will also provide strategies for locating cases in the various federal courts that handle tax litigation, including the Tax Court. This is a pass/fail course with no final examination; students will be required to complete homework exercises throughout the course's seven-week duration.

Instructors

Headshot of Zarin, Jason S Zarin, Jason S
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