Civil Procedure

Yeazell & Schwartz

Stephen C. Yeazell, Joanna C. Schwartz · 10th

Complete case list for Yeazell & Schwartz, the Civil Procedure casebook by Stephen C. Yeazell (10th Edition)

Chapter 1: Introduction to Civil Procedure

Established the principle of federalism in federal courts.

Hanna v. Plumer

pp. pp. 16-30

Clarified the application of the Erie Doctrine.

Chapter 2: Subject Matter Jurisdiction

Addressed diversity of citizenship requirement.

Gunn v. Minton

pp. pp. 51-70

Discussed the relationship between state and federal law.

Chapter 3: Personal Jurisdiction

Introduced the minimum contacts standard.

Elaborated on purposeful availment.

Chapter 4: Venue and Transfer of Venue

Explored the statutory authority for transfers.

Examined forum non conveniens.

Chapter 5: pleading and Motion Practice

Established the plausibility standard for pleadings.

Ashcroft v. Iqbal

pp. pp. 171-190

Further defined the standard for evaluating complaints.

Chapter 6: Discovery
Hickman v. Taylor

pp. pp. 191-210

Set limits on discovery and attorney work product.

Addressed electronic discovery and sanctions.

Chapter 7: Summary Judgment

Clarified the standard for granting summary judgment.

Discussed the burden of proof in summary judgment.

Chapter 8: Trial Procedure

Explored jury selection and impartiality.

Examined standing and parental rights in litigation.

Chapter 9: Judgments and Finality
Baker v. Carr

pp. pp. 311-330

Addressed justiciability and political questions.

Defined concepts of claim preclusion and issue preclusion.

Chapter 10: Appeals

Clarified the finality requirement for appeals.

Discussed appealability of non-final orders.

Chapter 11: Judicial Review and Federal Courts
Marbury v. Madison

pp. pp. 391-410

Established the principle of judicial review.

United States v. Nixon

pp. pp. 411-430

Analyzed the limits of executive privilege.

Why This Casebook

Professors assign Yeazell & Schwartz for its comprehensive treatment of civil procedure fundamentals, blending theory with practical application. Its structured approach facilitates students' understanding of complex procedural rules and concepts through landmark cases and critical analysis.

Complementary Resources
  • Federal Rules of Civil Procedure
  • Civil Procedure: A Coursebook by Joseph W. Glannon
  • Civil Procedure: Text, Cases, and Problems by Chris Guthrie et al.
  • The Bluebook: A Uniform System of Citation
  • Understanding Civil Procedure by J. McDade

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