Civil Litigation: Strategy and Practice

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.

Related Titles

• Civil Procedure in Australia

• Civil Procedure: Commentary and Materials, 8th edition

• Zuckerman on Australian Civil Procedure