Law and Motion Practice (see also MSJ)

Catching rabbits

Attacking affirmative defenses and denials to put the burden of proof on the defense

A primer on the anti-SLAPP motion and the procedural and substantive hurdles it creates for plaintiffs

Reviewed by Douglas Parker & Laura McLennan

From Issue: 2009 April

How to analyze defendant’s motion in limine to exclude evidence not produced in discovery

You’ve served the subpoena duces tecum but still don’t have the documents – here’s your game plan

Your three options following the court’s grant of summary judgment or summary adjudication to the defense

A look at RPDs, the most typical area of discovery disputes

From Issue: 2019 July

Sunshine is the best disinfectant

From Issue: 2014 August

JPTs perform a critical role in the new world of Discovery Law and Motion that has been born of declining court budgets

Demurrers are not just for defendants: Using the demurrer to neutralize meritless answers and affirmative defenses

Self-assessment leads to success

Resist the pressure to wrap up a minor’s personal injury case quickly so all bases are covered

From Issue: 2012 July