421.01 Pre-Trial Litigation

This course focuses on the path litigators must navigate prior to trial. It is becoming increasingly rare for cases to be decided by a jury; lawyers must learn to win in the pretrial process. We will explore the key components of the pretrial process, beginning with the filing of a law suit. This course provides an opportunity for students to synthesize their knowledge in procedure, evidence and advocacy. Topics include:- Drafting pleadings- Taking and defending depositions- Creating and responding to discovery- Planning strategy and motionsThe course grade is based on classroom participation, performance and written work. There is not a final exam.

Fall 2013

Course Number Course Credits Evaluation Method Instructor
421.01
Course Credits
Marilyn Forbes Phillips, This course will be taught by both Professors Marilyn R. Forbes & Kanika Capel
Sakai site: https://sakai.duke.edu/portal/site/LAW.421.01.F2013
Email list: LAW.421.01.F2013@sakai.duke.edu
Course
Degree Requirements
Course Requirements - JD
Course Requirements - LLM