Allen, Michael

An illustrated guide to civil procedure Michael P. Allen, Michael Finch. - 2nd ed. - New York Aspen Publishers c2011. - xix, 274, [11] p. ill. 28 cm. - Aspen coursebook series . - Aspen coursebook series .

Includes index.

Origins of the lawsuit -- Selecting the local for litigation -- Deciding whether to sue in federal or state court -- Venue : a final decision about the forum -- Choosing the law that governs a suit -- Commencing the lawsuit -- The opening defense -- Prelude to discovery -- Gathering evidence and refining strategy : the discovery process -- Joinder & amendment -- Summary judgment -- Trial -- Final resolution.

9780735509535 (pbk. : alk. paper) 0735509530 (pbk. : alk. paper)

2010052145


Civil procedure--United States.

KF 8840 / .A74 2011

347.73/5