CIVIL PROCEDURE

LAW 860

Various important procedural problems arising in federal and state criminal proceedings.

LAW 802

Study a set of procedural concepts that are fundamental to legal practice in the U.S., including jurisdiction over parties, subject matter jurisdiction, and federal-state conflict of laws. In addition to learning key doctrines, engage in a theoretical inquiry into explanations of and justifications for those doctrines.

LAW 852

Techniques involved in the examination of witnesses, including the lawyer's preparation, the preparation conference with the witness, direct examination, cross examination, objections, and the introduction of exhibits. Teaching methods include demonstrations by trial lawyers and practice sessions by the students under the supervision of trial lawyers.

LAW 849

The skills that lawyers use up until the time of trial.

LAW 853

Basic trial skills and competition practice that vary by topic; may include combination of traditional lectures, classroom demonstrations, and weekly sessions where you work closely with faculty members, lawyers, and judges. Prepare for mock trial competition.