Schematics explain the required flow of documents. Glossary terms appear in pop-up boxes for easy reference. The structure of the courts changed many times during Lincoln's law career. The essay on Court Structure traces the development of the courts in Illinois and on the federal level. It explains each court's jurisdiction, how the court was administered, and how often it met.
Schematics show the system for appeals.
A Chronology provides a temporal context for Lincoln's legal career. It includes key events from his political career, his legal career, and his personal life. It also includes major historical events from the period and inclusive dates for relevant court sessions. Each event is color coded to indicate events in Lincoln's personal life, legal career, political career, historical events, or court sessions. A short essay on Abraham Lincoln as a Lawyer will provide groundwork for further study.