Legwork

This article is about legwork in detective jargon. For the 1987 television series, see Leg Work.

Legwork, in law enforcement slang, is the work necessary to solve a case. Legwork usually involves interviewing witnesses, investigating evidence and following leads.

In business vernacular, legwork is the gathering, review and interpretation of the basic facts, figures and research necessary to achieve a goal.

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