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Immigration Law

A guide to help researchers begin finding primary law and secondary sources on Immigration law

Secondary Sources

Immigration Law is a vast subject area. There are many secondary sources that deal with the many sub categories within. Below are selected treatises, study aids and law reviews that may guide you in your research. 

Additionally, below are the Immigration Law Secondary Sources landing pages on both WestLaw and Lexis. These will contain all of the secondary sources available to you through these providers, that deal with this topic.

Legal Encyclopedias

Legal Encyclopedia articles are good for a general introduction to an area of law.

Treatises

Treatises contain detailed coverage and practical tips. These contain thorough explanations of the law and citations to relevant cases, statutes, regulations and other secondary sources.

Study Aids

Study Aids can provide a good introduction to a new area of law and are useful when beginning your research

Law Review Articles

Law Review Articles often discuss new, developing areas or recommended changes in the law.