NALA Civil Litigation Procedures 2

Question 1

Under the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure, what is the standard time limit for a defendant to respond to a complaint after being served?

Accepted Answer

21 days

Answer

14 days

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30 days

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60 days

Question 2

What is a 'motion in limine' used for in civil litigation?

Accepted Answer

To exclude specific evidence before trial begins

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To dismiss the case before trial

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To request a change of venue

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To compel discovery responses

Question 3

Which document formally notifies the court and all parties that a party intends to appeal a final judgment?

Accepted Answer

Notice of Appeal

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Brief

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Writ of Certiorari

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Petition for Review

Question 4

In federal court, what is the purpose of a Rule 26(f) conference?

Accepted Answer

To discuss and plan for discovery

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To select the jury

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To argue dispositive motions

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To settle scheduling disputes mid-trial

Question 5

What is the doctrine of 'res judicata' in civil litigation?

Accepted Answer

A final judgment on the merits bars relitigation of the same claims

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A court can reconsider any prior ruling

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New evidence always warrants a new trial

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Parties can appeal any interlocutory order

Question 6

Which type of jurisdiction allows a court to hear a case based on the subject matter involved, regardless of where the parties are located?

Accepted Answer

Subject matter jurisdiction

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Personal jurisdiction

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Diversity jurisdiction

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Supplemental jurisdiction

Question 7

Under the FRCP, what must a party do before filing a motion to compel discovery?

Accepted Answer

Confer in good faith with the opposing party

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File a motion for protective order

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Obtain court approval to initiate discovery

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Submit a proposed discovery schedule