Prof. Bradley Shannon has done a great job of covering civil procedure in his scholarship. His articles on Motions for Summary Judgment are well worth your time to read. They are short and stay on topic. He also has a great article on pleadings following the Twombly and Iqbal decisions by the Supreme Court.
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Civil Procedure
Motions for Summary Judgment
Famous Trials
Douglas Linder at the University of Missouri – Kansas City School of Law has created a webpage of famous trials. It contains transcripts, biographies, and other information. The earliest trial included is that of Socrates (399 B.C.). The most recent trial covered is the prosecution of Moussauri in 2006. It is a great source...
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The Florida Discovery Handbook
The Trial Lawyers Section of the Florida Bar has created a very useful discovery reference. I have recommended it to both practicing lawyers and pro se litigants. The Florida Handbook on Discovery: http://www.flatls.org/index.php?option=com_rubberdoc&view=category&id=40&Itemid=62
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The Court System in Florida
Florida’s court system contains four levels. At the trial level jurisdiction is divided between the County Courts and the Circuit Courts. The County Courts hear controverseys up to and including $15,000.00. The County Courts also handle small claims matters (those being claims up to $5,000.00). The Circuit Courts have jurisdiction over cases where more than $15,000.00 is...
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