Civil Procedure - Motions

Study for the Bar in Your Car by Angela Rutledge, LLM, LLB

Episode notes

Ready to navigate the strategic battleground of civil litigation? Motions are key moments that shape a case. In this episode of Study for the Bar in Your Car, join our AI hosts, Ma and Claude, as they take a deep dive into these crucial procedural tools using Angela's comprehensive bar study notes. Our mission: give you a solid, practical handle on motions without drowning you in legal jargon!

Explore essential concepts like:

  • Pre-trial Challenges: Rule 12 motions to dismiss for issues like lack of jurisdiction or failure to state a claim, and Rule 12(c) judgment on the pleadings. Understand the vital role of proper service and strict initial deadlines.
  • The Power of Summary Judgment (Rule 56): Learn the standard for ending a case before trial – no genuine dispute of material  ... 
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Keywords
Civil ProcedureBar ExamMotionsJMOLSummary Judgment