
Using Otto Schmidt in Research Mode
Access Otto Schmidt content by activating Research Mode in any chat. Select Germany as your jurisdiction and Otto Schmidt will appear as an available data source. Libra searches the Otto Schmidt database and provides relevant results with direct links to source materials for verification.Research Mode
Learn how to use Research Mode for legal research with external databases.
What is Otto Schmidt?
Verlag Dr. Otto Schmidt is one of Germany’s leading legal publishers, known for authoritative legal commentaries and specialist journals. The publisher has been a trusted source for legal professionals for decades.Tips for Effective Research
Include relevant statutory references
Include relevant statutory references
If you know the relevant provision, include it in your question: “What does the commentary say about § 305c BGB regarding surprising clauses?”
Specify the legal area
Specify the legal area
Be specific about the area of law for more targeted results: “According to the labor law commentary, what constitutes a valid written warning?”
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Request practical guidance
Otto Schmidt content includes practical form books. Ask for templates or checklists when relevant: “What points should a motion for summary judgment include?”

