Fundamentals Of Pretrial Litigation

The Seventh Edition includes the latest developments in pretrial practice while enhancing the useful features of previous editions. The 2007 amendments to the federal rules are covered throughout, and the sections on pleading have been updated to discuss federal court pleading requirements in light of Bell Atlantic v. Twombly. Law professors and students praise the book's comprehensive coverage, thorough analysis of rules and procedures, balanced presentation of theories and skills, enjoyable writing style, and helpful questions and problems. It reflects 21st-century practice with the growing use of electronic discovery and court orders, the expanded use of pre-hearing discovery and motions in arbitrations and administrative hearings, and new procedural rule and case law developments across the spectrum of pretrial practice.

Enlivened with color and numerous visual aids, Tom Mauet and Marlene Maerowitz's highly successful text for litigation features comprehensive material in a very teachable format.In three coherent parts-----investigating and Planning the Litigation; Pretrial Litigation; and Settlement, Trial,and Post-Trial --- trial expert Thomas Mauet an paralegal educator Marlene Maerowitz clearly and thoroughly explain the steps paralegals must follow to assist lawyers in civil lawsuits---- from initial fact gathering through post judgment proceeding. Including the latest changes in the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure, The authors discuss and demonstrate the full range of litigation skills from drafting litigation documents (motion, pleadings, discovery request) and collecting data to interviewing clients and taking witness statements. In addition To The new attractive design, Fundamentals of Litigation for paralegals, Second Edition, Features: Chapters on provisional remedies, appeals, and alternative dispute resolution numerous visual aids: chart, forms, exhibits, and more to enhance student understanding key terms highlighted throughout the text and further explained in a comprehensive glossary chapter objectives and summaries that preview and review important points. review questions to test understanding of the main concepts a litigation file, which follows and illustrates the complete litigation process including forms, complaints, etc.) for one sample caseThis invaluable teaching tool not only helps students master the concepts of the litigation process,but also serves as a handy reference in practice.An updated Workbook and Instructor's Guide complete this superb package. Filled with questions and brief writing assignments, The Workbook gives students an opportunity to research statutes and become familiar with pertinent forms. The Instructor's guide provides guidance on using the text and Workbook

Ninety percent of all civil cases never make it the jury; they are resolved through a pretrial process that is today the unsung forum for dispute resolution. Rather than teaching lawyers to abandon evidence and trial skills, Pretrial Advocacy does the opposite; it teaches lawyers that modern litigation is “front loaded” and cases must be prepared with the assumption that they will be tried. As the authors note, it is the rigor of the pretrial process that drives resolution. From the first client interview through motions practice, you will learn to effectively evaluate cases, draft complaints, conduct informal and formal discovery, prepare and respond to motions, negotiate with opposing counsel, and, if necessary, be ready for trial. Pretrial Advocacy is the ideal textbook for law school clinics, law school pretrial litigation courses, and practicing lawyers. Both practical and theoretical, it teaches litigation as a process informed by rules and cases, but also by strategic considerations. Its hands-on and accessible text makes it a perfect reference for learning skills and a continuing reference. Professors and students will benefit from: Practical guidance for each step of representation, backed up by citations and references for deeper understanding of each topic An accessible writing style that puts the needed information right at the reader’s fingertips Tips to foster the attorney’s relationships with clients, opposing counsel, and the court

This Nutshell focuses on the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure, covering changes that resulted from major amendments to the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure and Federal Rules of Evidence that became effective on December 1, 2000. Since state counterparts to these federal rules have been adopted in a majority of jurisdictions, the pretrial skills considered in this text are essential in both state and federal practice. Coverage includes client interviewing, attorney-client relationship, pretrial planning and investigation, the complaint, responses, discovery, interrogatories, depositions, production requests, examination, and admissions. Also explores judicial intervention into the discovery process, pretrial motion practice, and judgments.