Civil Procedure

Catalog description

Examine Rules of Courts which govern civil lawsuits, with emphasis on the Ohio Rules of Civil Procedure. Analyze and apply Ohio laws and rules pertaining to commencement of action, service, motion practice, and discovery issues (including rules pertaining to e-Discovery). Distinguish between federal rules, Ohio rules, and county local rules. Students begin portfolio of legal documents developed throughout program of study, including the creation of an electronic case file.