421.02 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.
Spring 2015
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Marilyn Forbes Phillips | |||
Sakai site: https://sakai.duke.edu/portal/site/LAW.421.02.Sp15 | |||||
Email list: LAW.421.02.Sp15@sakai.duke.edu |
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Degree Requirements |
Course Requirements - JD
Course Requirements - LLM
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