Civil Litigation (West Legal Studies)

Civil Litigation is a practical and very thorough textbook written specifically for paralegal students. It combines legal principals and the application of those principles to litigation practice, teaching students the information and skills they need to succeed in all areas of law. The litigation process is expertly detailed in a variety of contexts so that students can understand the relevance of litigation to other legal specialties such as personal injury, real estate, employment and intellectual property law. Sample legal documents such as complaints, answers, interrogatories and deposition summaries are presented and thoroughly explained in relevant chapters. The authors emphasize the use of technology in specific areas of litigation, as well as important Web sites and assignments requiring use of the Internet. Finally, this edition features an exercise in each chapter that relates to a single case, giving students the chance to work a case from beginning to end, much like they would in a law office.