applicable law, the pertinent skill involved, and the most persuasive means of presenting arguments. The book addresses common issues that arise during the formation of the attorney-client relationship, case analysis and preparation, the pretrial investigative process, witness preparation, informal discovery, formal discovery, motions, settlement negotiations, and trial preparation. It also features:Call out boxes, checklists, and tables that make the material more interesting and informativeUpdates covering the latest rules of civil procedure, ethical considerations, and electronic discovery

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