Federal Court Fundamentals for Paralegals
National Business Institute
Course description
Federal Court Fundamentals for Paralegals
The federal court system can be intimidating - but it doesn't have to be. This course is designed to give you the foundational knowledge and confidence you need to ensure cases move smoothly through federal court. Navigate federal court procedures, effectively apply the rules of evidence, and much more. Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your knowledge of the ins and outs of federal court - register today!
- Get up to date on changes to the federal rules of civil procedure and what they mean for paralegals.
- Effectively navigate the procedures, deadlines, and the paralegal's role within federal court.
- Receive practical strategies for preparing and reviewing discovery.
- Gear up for trial: pick up strategies for evaluating jurors, preparing witnesses, organizing trial exhibits, and more.
Training content
- Navigating the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure and Federal Rules of Evidence
- Initial Court Procedures - What Paralegals Need to Know
- Federal Court: Procedures, Timeline, and the Paralegal's Role
- Tracking Federal Court Deadlines
- Jurisdiction/Venue
- Procedures for Removal
- Drafting Pleadings
- Service of Documents: Procedures and Tips
- Dismissal Procedures
- What to Watch for When Filing a Civil Case
- Discovery in Federal Court - Applicable Rules, Practice Tips, and Resources
- Overview of the FRCP as Applied to Discovery
- Rule 26(f) Pretrial Conference - What to Expect and How to Prepare
- Initial Disclosures
- Interrogatories - Maximizing Effectiveness and Problem-Spotting Examples
- Requests to Produce - Ensuring Substantive Responses
- Subpoenas
- Creative and Effective Use of Admissions
- Drafting Discovery Motions (With Examples)
- Receiving Discovery: Dos, Don'ts, and Drafting Responses
- Avoiding Common Discovery and ESI Mistakes
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