In this unit you will learn about gathering information to begin the civil litigation process and identify the types of evidence necessary for admissibility. Further, you will learn the initial steps to beginning the litigation process.

Getting Started

This week, you will be preparing interrogatories, a deposition, interview questions, a summons and complaint, and motion to dismiss. The following video gives practical background information for paralegals regarding pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and briefs that will help you as you get started with civil litigation cases:

Module Objectives

Upon completion of this module, you should be better prepared to:

Maintain time-keeping records using a notebook or an electronic system.
Prepare a set of interrogatories and a rule 30 deposition notice for a case.
Draft a list of interview questions and identify appropriate interview methods and techniques.
Prepare a summons and complaint for filing in local federal district court.
Draft a motion to dismiss given a set of facts surrounding a case.