law5cvp civil procedure
CIVIL PROCEDURE
LAW5CVP
Not currently offered
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
Students in this subject examine the procedural rules governing the handling of civil litigation. The following topics are covered: the overarching principles governing civil procedure; the civil jurisdiction of Australian courts; initiating proceedings; parties to litigation; the duty to exchange information; interlocutory orders; summary judgment; settlement; trial; appeals; costs; and enforcement of judgements.
SchoolLa Trobe Law School
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorMagda Karagiannakis
Available to Study Abroad StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 5 - Masters
Exchange StudentsYes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites LAW5CNA and LAW5PTO
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjects LAW2CIV, LAW3CIV
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Special conditions Must be admitted to the Juris Doctor degree or higher or have permission from the Law Director of Programs or delegate.
Learning resources
Readings
| Resource Type | Title | Resource Requirement | Author and Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Readings | Supreme Court (General Civil Procedure) Rules | Prescribed | Latest Version | Online |
| Readings | Civil Procedure: LexisNexis Study Guide | Recommended | Colbran et al, Latest Edition | Lexis Nexis |
| Readings | Civil Procedure: Cases and Materials | Recommended | Colbran et al, Latest Edition | Lexis Nexis |
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. Demonstrate an advanced and integrated understanding of how grievances are translated into a legal claim or defence in written form using the conventions of legal drafting
- Activities:
- 1. Utilisation of lecture,seminar and online materials. 2. Completion of prescribed reading and online tasks. 3. Preparations for seminars 4. Completion of Assignment.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
02. Demonstrate an advanced and integrated understanding of how to pursue a legal claim or defence for a client as effectively as possible.
- Activities:
- 1. Utilisation of lecture,seminar and online materials. 2. Completion of prescribed reading and online tasks. 3. Preparations for seminars 4. Completion of Assignment.and Exam.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
03. Critically analyse, evaluate and apply civil procedure laws and rules, in order to find solutions to legal disputes.
- Activities:
- 1. Utilisation of lecture,seminar and online materials. 2. Completion of prescribed reading and online tasks. 3. Preparations for seminars 4. Completion of Assignment.and Exam.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
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