A Practical Approach to Civil Procedure 26th ed (eBook)

Trusted by generations of students and litigators, A Practical Approach to Civil Procedure is a classic text which guides you through the maze of procedural requirements utilized by the civil courts. Written by an expert in the field, this book is unrivalled in its detail of the various stages of a civil claim, making it essential reading for students and newly qualified litigators alike.

Taking a thoroughly practical focus throughout, the book charts the progress of a typical civil litigation claim, from funding litigation and issuing and serving proceedings, through to trial, enforcement, and appeal. Full coverage of alternative dispute resolution is also included. Relevant sample documentation is featured throughout and introduces the reader to the forms and documents which will be encountered in practice, while key point summaries featured at the end of chapters highlight the essential points covered.

Key Features:

Written by an expert in the field, this text deftly guides you through the maze of procedural requirements utilized by the civil courts, ensuring that the reader is fully equipped with the necessary knowledge to steer a claim effectively and efficiently
• Updated annually and covering all relevant statutory provisions, rules, practice directions, and case law, this book provides a detailed overview of all aspects of a civil litigation claim
• Sample documentation included throughout enhances the pragmatic nature of the book and helps the reader prepare for successful litigation
• Tables, flow charts, and key points summaries at the end of chapters help highlight key issues and assist learning

New to this Edition:

• A new chapter on fixed costs
• Full coverage of the introduction of the intermediate track, the fourth case management track, for claims with values between £25,000 and £100,000
• Fully updated with recent developments in the law