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LAW 3969 - Selected Problems in New York Civil Practice


This course focuses on civil litigation in New York State courts. It provides an overview of the New York State Court system and explores the operation of the New York Civil Practice Laws and Rules in a number of selected areas. It emphasizes the differences between the CPLR and the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure in the problem areas and the policy reasons behind those differences. Subjects covered may include some or all of the following: organization of the New York State Court System, subject matter jurisdiction, personal jurisdiction, venue, commencement of actions, service of process, pleading, bills of particular, parties, class actions, disclosure, motion practice, statutes of limitations, special proceedings, challenging governmental action, arbitration awards and appeals. Evidence, Pretrial Litigation and Trial Techniques are not prerequisites but are recommended preparation.

Credits: 3





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