LGS 170 - Civil Procedure

3 credit hours - Three hours weekly; one term.
Gain a basic understanding of civil litigation processes and procedures. Explore topics that include state and federal court systems, pleadings, court documents, discovery, trial, parties, judgments and attacks on judgments. Lab fee $10

Prerequisite(s): Grade of C or better in LGS 111 .

Note: Typically offered at MC, AM, and OL; fall, spring, and summer terms.

Course Outcomes:

Explain the totality of the litigation process.
Determine proper jurisdiction and venue.
File initial pleadings.
Conduct motions practice.
Initiate and respond to discovery.
Identify the elements of trial strategy.
Identify post-judgment remedies.
Explain the appeals process.