Ethics in Litigation

This course examines the various ethical issues that can arise in the context of civil and criminal litigation. Specific areas of coverage include competence, dealing with prospective clients, dealing with victims, pre-filing investigation, pleading and motion practice, discovery, witness interviews and preparation, negotiation and settlement, technological challenges, and duties as "officers of the court."

Final grades will be based on the following: (1) assignments, (2) class participation, and (3) take-home final examination. 

Law and Ethics of Lawyering is a prerequisite for this course.