Why Counsel Should Read Law Reports
Justice Ogunwumiju One unique feature of our law is that it is dynamic, always evolving to meet the present needs of the society. It is therefore expected that a good lawyer must be abreast with the latest position of the law especially as it relates to areas of his/her specialty. It is common knowledge that case-law is one of the veritable sources of law in our legal jurisprudence. Lawyers and law student are often counselled to avail themselves of the benefits of reading law reports. In fact, there are several benefit a young lawyer or law student derives from reading law reports. This requirement, is by no means exclusive to this class of persons. However, it is most beneficial to them. For one, it gives the reader first-hand knowledge of the law as opposed a secondary source. It exposes the reader to superior arguments and previous authorities decided on a particular point of law. Also, it helps to