Civil litigation : Strategy and Practice / Tim Lethbridge, Elise Croft, Jessica Henderson.

Chatswood, N.S.W. : LexisNexis Australia, 2023.

1st edition

200696

Court rules -- Australia.

Civil procedure -- Australia.

Trial practice -- Australia.

1. Introduction

2. Court rules and practice directions

3. Initial client enquiries and engagement

4. Assessing causes of action

5. Gathering evidence

6. Briefing counsel

7. Providing advice to the client

8. Notifying the other party - letter of demand

9. Commencing proceedings

10. Pleadings

11. Case management hearings and orders

12. Other types of pre-trial hearings

13. Pleadings disputes

14. Security for costs

15. Summary judgment

16. Further and better particulars

17. Interrogatories

18. Discovery and inspection

19. Expert evidence

20. Settlement

21. Mediation/conciliation

22. Trial bundle, book of documents, and papers for the Judge

23. Witness statements / outlines

24. Opening written submissions

25. Issuing subpoenas and third party discovery

26. Trial

27. Receiving judgment

28. Costs orders

29. Interlocutory injunctions

30. Costs management

31. Legal drafting

32. What to wear

33. Looking after yourself

34. Frequently asked questions.

Civil Litigation: Strategy and Practice provides the knowledge that is otherwise earned by following the lead of senior practitioners, by trial and error or by a combination of both. It is an indispensable guide for litigation lawyers of all ages and experience who aspire to improve and enjoy their practice of the law. The authors, each experienced litigators, provide simple advice on initial client contact, estimating fees, maintaining healthy client relationships and how to do your part in getting a successful outcome for the client including tips and guidelines on: client management; litigation strategy; preparing for and attending appearances; mediation and settlement; court etiquette; dressing appropriately for work and court; briefing counsel; preparing for trial; self-care; and progressing your career. Features: Unique content - no comparable Australian book at present. Valuable resource for organisations seeking to understand and apply the legal and redress framework in this context. - Publisher's website.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

9780409355635

xxviii, 343 pages ; 24 cm