Civil Litigation
By Peggy Kerley, Joanne Banker Hames, Paul Sukys
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Guide aspiring paralegals in mastering the principles of today's litigation practice through the hands-on, practical instruction found in Kerley/Hames/Sukys' CIVIL LITIGATION, 8E. This thoroughly updated approach reflects the latest technological advances and changes related to litigation. Each chapter includes exercises focusing on two cases. Your students have the opportunity to work these cases from beginning to end, simulating an actual on-the-job experience. In addition, valuable in-book resources feature sample legal documents, such as complaints, interrogatories and deposition summaries. This edition integrates the latest changes in the field while using additional charts, diagrams, checklists and forms to further clarify concepts. Trust CIVIL LITIGATION to provide a thorough understanding of contemporary litigation practices.
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Guide aspiring paralegals in mastering the principles of today's litigation practice through the hands-on, practical instruction found in Kerley/Hames/Sukys' CIVIL LITIGATION, 8E. This thoroughly updated approach reflects the latest technological advances and changes related to litigation. Each chapter includes exercises focusing on two cases. Your students have the opportunity to work these cases from beginning to end, simulating an actual on-the-job experience. In addition, valuable in-book resources feature sample legal documents, such as complaints, interrogatories and deposition summaries. This edition integrates the latest changes in the field while using additional charts, diagrams, checklists and forms to further clarify concepts. Trust CIVIL LITIGATION to provide a thorough understanding of contemporary litigation practices.
MEANINGFUL REVIEW AND PRACTICE HELPS STUDENTS APPLY THEIR KNOWLEDGE TO ACTUAL LEGAL SITUATIONS. Review Questions, Chapter Exercises and Chapter Projects promote understanding and give students an opportunity to apply the material they are learning to actual situations.
UNIQUE ONLINE SUPPLEMENTS SPECIFIC TO CERTAIN STATES ENSURE STUDENTS ARE PREPARED FOR THE WORKFORCE. This one-of-a-kind book offers unique state-specific supplements covering distinct state law and practice for several states, including California, New York, Ohio, Florida and Texas.
REAL SAMPLE DOCUMENTS FAMILIARIZE STUDENTS WITH THE TOOLS AND FORMS THEY WILL ENCOUNTER ON THE JOB. Numerous sample documents integrated throughout this edition introduce students to the actual forms and materials they will use, review and prepare as legal professionals.
STEP-BY-STEP PRESENTATIONS ENSURE COMPREHENSION OF EVEN THE MOST CHALLENGING TOPICS. This book's step-by-step teaching sequences break down the paralegal's role in litigation into manageable pieces of information to aid in understanding.
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Part I. Introduction to Civil Litigation
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