Paralegal Cynthia has been assigned a research project involving the adoption laws in Michigan, Iowa, and Wisconsin. What is the first step that Cynthia should take in her research project?

A) Researching relevant primary sources
B) Defining the issue(s) to be researched
C) Determining the goal of the project
D) Consulting relevant secondary sources

Adoption Laws

Statutory provisions that govern the legal process of adopting a child, establishing the rights and responsibilities of the adoptive parents, and terminating the rights of biological parents.

Relevant Primary Sources

Original materials or documentary evidence directly related to a specific topic or field of inquiry, such as historical documents, legal rulings, or first-hand accounts.

Research Project

A systematic investigation into and study of materials and sources to establish facts and reach new conclusions.