LEX141

Plan an investigation for a case

Prepare a civil case for trial

Demonstrate knowledge of the North Carolina Rules of Civil Procedure

Describe the responsibility and activities involved in trial preparation

Draft pleadings, including complaints, answers, motions, and appellate documents

Draft discovery documents, including interrogatories, deposition questions, requests for production, etc.

Summarize and digest depositions

Plan evidence presentations for trial, including the preparation of exhibits

Organize litigation files and prepare a trial notebook

Prepare clients for trials, discovery requests and depositions

Demonstrate knowledge of the time limits and counting rules associated with civil litigation, including appellate proceedings

Demonstrate knowledge of ADR, discuss advantages, types 14. To discuss the ethical issues related to this area of practice and how to resolve any ethical issues or questions