Civil Procedure at McGeorge Law

Civil Procedure is a foundational element of legal education at McGeorge School of Law, providing students with essential knowledge about the rules and processes that govern civil litigation. The course covers jurisdiction, pleadings, discovery, trial procedures, and post-trial motions, encouraging students to analyze and apply procedural rules in a variety of contexts. Through case studies and practical applications, students learn the skills necessary for effective advocacy and litigation strategy in civil courts.

• 1Create outline notes for each key topic to synthesize the rules and case law.
• 2Engage in study groups to discuss complex procedural issues and practice hypothetical questions.
• 3Utilize past exams and model answers to familiarize yourself with exam expectations and formats.
• 4Focus on understanding the policy implications behind rules and procedures.
• 5Regularly review and apply the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure through case examples.

Civil Procedure exams at McGeorge typically consist of multiple-choice questions and essay formats, requiring students to demonstrate their understanding of procedural rules and to apply them to fact patterns.