Civil Procedure

Catalog description

This course examines the theory and procedural rules employed in civil litigation, with a focus on jurisdiction and venue, pleadings, pre-trial motions, discovery, trials, and appeals. Students will learn about the organization and jurisdiction of federal and state courts, including emphasis on personal and subject matter jurisdiction. Students will draft documents including pleadings, motions and discovery requests. Special emphasis is placed upon the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure.