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Consider a broad definition of the term legal research to include locating information on any subject or topic arising out of your legal work. Since your legal work can cover virtually any subject and involve just about anyone, biographical research is often one of the most important kinds of legal research you can perform.

Today the amount of information you can compile on people borders on frightening. In many instances I've been asked to compile detailed dossiers on individuals. These dossiers can be compiled in anywhere from a few minutes to several hours, and can cost a few bucks to hundreds of dollars, depending upon how much information you want and how much your client is …