Civil Procedure at Denver Law

Civil Procedure at the University of Denver Sturm College of Law provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the rules and principles governing the process of civil litigation in the United States. Students engage with the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure, state rules, and the underlying policies that guide procedural law, ensuring they develop both theoretical knowledge and practical skills necessary for effective advocacy in the civil justice system.

Emphasis is placed on key stages of litigation, including pleadings, motions, discovery, and trial procedures. Through case law analysis and practical exercises, students learn to navigate complex procedural issues while understanding the strategic implications of procedural choices on case outcomes. This supportive and rigorous academic environment prepares students for the challenges they will face in their legal careers and emphasizes the importance of procedural finesse in effective lawyering.

• 1Engage in active reading of the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure and related statutes.
• 2Utilize hypotheticals to apply procedural rules to various fact patterns.
• 3Participate in study groups to discuss complex topics and share insights.
• 4Practice past exams and sample questions to familiarize yourself with the exam format.
• 5Attend office hours for clarification on difficult concepts or for guidance on assignments.

Exams in Civil Procedure typically consist of essay questions requiring students to analyze complex factual scenarios and apply relevant procedural rules. Students may also encounter multiple-choice questions that test their knowledge of key concepts.