New York Civil Practice

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This course introduces law student to the various litigation procedures in New York as set forth in New York's Civil Practice Laws and Rules and is designed to prepare students to litigate in New York courts. Among topics covered are jurisdiction, pleadings, statutes of limitation, discovery, motion practice and pretrial proceedings. Classes include lectures and in-class small group hypothetical problem discussions. Grading is based on two in-class quizzes, class participation and a final examination