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In this exciting episode of Litigation Whiteboard® Attorney Steve® provides a basic over of the litigation process (focusing on California law), and discussing the general steps of litigation and the three main phases of a state or federal court lawsuit.
Topics discussed in this video include:
1. Alternative Dispute Resolution ("ADR")
2. Demand letters (you do not always need to send them, but in some cases you DO, One example is the California Legal Remedies Act ("CLRA") where you must send an initial "notice of cure" letter, and if not, you may not be able to seek your attorney fees.
3. Summons and complaint: • What is a complaint?
4. Jurisdiction and venue:
5. Service of Process
6. Federal Court Removal: • How to remove a State ...
7. Case management statement and CMC (conference)
8. Rule 26 disclosures: • Arizona Rule 26 1 disc...
9. Scheduling conference
10. Magistrate Judges: • Should you consent to ...
11. Answer to Complaint: • How to Answer a Civil ...
12. Affirmative Defenses: • What affirmative defen...
13., Counterclaims
14. Motion to Dismiss: • Motion to Dismiss FRCP...
15. Demurrer: • Legal definition of De...
16. Discovery (interrogatories, request for admission, request for production of documents)
17. Subpoena and motion to quash: • Subpoena process expla... / • F R C P 45 - Motion to...
18. Protective Orders
19. Depositions: • Attorney Steve's Ultim...
20. Mandatory mediation: • Attorney Steve's Top T...
21. Motion for summary judgment: • How to respond to moti...
22. Settlement conference
23. Motion in limine
24. Trial
25. Appeal
26. Law and Motion: • "Law and motion" expla...
This video is general legal information only and not legal advice, In every case you need to also consider your rules of Court, local rules, judge's own rules and other rules that may apply. This is NOT an exclusive list and there are many more things that can pop up in litigation such as law and motion.
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[@_KateAnn]

As a 35 year old making a career change from marketing and communications to be a paralegal, THANK YOU!!!

[@attorneysteve]

I hope you love law as much as I do!! Best of luck to you, and if you ever have any special request videos just let me know. Steve

[@advogadousajhonatasporcide946]

I’m Learning more in 30 min then however many semesters of civil procedure.

[@attorneysteve]

That was the plan with my video. Thanks for the comment!! Steve

[@mrquazimoto0075]

I know this pain. You will get it.

[@attorneysteve]

I am. going to do a podcast on this very subject. I as struggling in law school until I met a 3L in the library (name unknown) who changed my who life and helped me figure out what was going on. I have a million dollar secret to share which I have only shared with my relatives who go to the top law schools. Stay tuned. This is a very important comment you just made. Steve

[@YoshiXO]

Doesn’t seem you learned much, given you can’t decipher between than and then.

[@advogadousajhonatasporcide946]

@@YoshiXO who cares about than and then. Learned enough to make more this past year than you will your e tire life. Did I use than correct?

[@skyblueadventures-filipina379]

Its important to point out: A request for production is only served on the parties of a lawsuit. A subpoena is served on non parties, such as a party's bank.

[@attorneysteve]

Nice add, thank you! SV

[@sympathique1001]

Thank you. Specifics are welcome in a presentation of generalities.

[@daniela.youngsr.3043]

enjoyed your video. Pro se litigant, taking my 4th case to court.

[@musicwitchrachaeloneil4601]

I am pro se in a police brutality lawsuit all by myself. I have been studying for 2 years now. If not for you, I wouldn't be able to

[@shelleygold4923]

Every time I have a real world question....its YOU who offers the answers. Thank you!

[@attorneysteve]

That's awesome!! Glad to be of service!! Steve

[@Gunpowdermaniac22]

I've been pro se in 5 civil cases, 1 criminal/citation case, 1 family court case, and 1 probate case. I should have become an attorney 😂😅. This video is everything i had to learn on my own in over 4 years of researching and trail and error. The biggest help to me was videos just like this and also setting in on other cases, as well as downloading many motions, looking at format, and reasonings behind them being filed in similar cases. Excellent video sir! A+

[@bethbaegrace8741]

Thank you for this video. Not a single person out here in KZbin land like you. I used this to better understand the documents at my new job as a district clerk!

[@attorneysteve]

Aw, thanks for sharing Beth. That is sweet of you. I am always here. If you have a topic of interest, just let me know. Made my day. Steve

[@Brkprsn]

I’m a filing paralegal explaining to my girlfriend what I do. This is great.

[@mdmten]

I am going through the litigation. it is draining. thank you sir.

[@attorneysteve]

Litigation is like running a marathon....hang in there! SV

[@shelleygold4923]

I do advocacy (not a lawyer) but this information helps me get people"s questions precisely prepared. Awesome

[@giseniareyes]

You are so AWESOME! Such a great teacher, very engaging, and fun to watch! I'm going from transactional to litigation!! 🎉🎉🎉 THANK YOU!!!

[@attorneysteve]

Alright!! Hope you enjoy litigating!! Thank you for the nice comments. Steve

[@michelebeck8129]

Great overview to explain things. Thanks so much.

[@user-gt7gd9jl8z]

A great lecture. This well organizes my scattered knowledge of the litigation procedure. Thank you very much! And I like the idea of hanging the boxing gloves there. Lol.

[@djewave1316]

Awesome explanation and diagram for the win Steve ! Keep going

[@private-gg8qo]

excellent. simple, concise, and perfect as a crash course. thank you for posting it. you rock!

[@attorneysteve]

you are welcome!! SV

[@thomasmahlangu4119]

Thank you Attorney Steve. Very helpful information for a layman self representing at the Labour Court in South Africa. I know I must refer to the specific court rules.

[@WomanofSubstance]

Useful introductory video! Many thanks

[@LADOT2012]

Thank you attorney Steve. The information you have shared has been so helpful. I just wish I had known what I know now two or three years ago.

[@fontanaboyscouts]

thank you for all these videos. i just finished my first year of law school last month and i plan on becoming a solo practitioner someday. i am grateful for you making these practical videos!

[@jfitz458]

Thanks for going over both State and Federal. I am trying in both for the same cause. A lot of shenanigans to be sure.

[@rufusmooreiii2567]

Great video! Thank you!

[@jasonwaters382]

This is SO helpful. I am considering law school as mid career move. Thank you!

[@SaharTaman]

Thank you so much. I enjoyed your video and learned a great deal

[@juanontiveros4344]

AGAIN AND AGAIN Mr. STEVE VONDRAN THANK YOU VERY MUCH. YOU ARE DOING A GREAT SERVICE TO US THE ONES CAN'T AFFORT OR LAW FIRMS DENY HELP.

[@user-ld8vf7lz2y]

I'm a foreigner going through a lawsuit in California and this video helped me so much to understand how things work. Thank you SO MUCH!!

[@attorneysteve]

You are welcome, glad to be of service!!

[@hugechimp]

Another Great Vid. Steve, you are a great speaker that presents in an 'easily-digestable' manner. I' continue to learn from you. TY, Sir!

[@attorneysteve]

I appreciate you input and viewership!! Steve

[@AerialVariable]

This is awesome! Thank you so much for your content!

[@attorneysteve]

Glad you enjoyed it, thanks Tia!! Steve

[@angelsanchezfamily]

Great video of education about cases processing , good Job, congratulation steve

[@mollyklein9371]

Great videos for new court reporters. Shadowing reporters has been helpful, but I think these videos will give me the knowledge and confidence I have been searching for. Thank you.

[@attorneysteve]

That's great to hear Molly thank you! Law is fun, and the more you know the more interesting it gets! Cheers Steve

[@ModMayhew]

First name in legal services!

[@attorneysteve]

You know it baby!! SV

[@vollied4865]

Recently got injured at work and they've been giving me the run around with workman's comp, so I hired and lawyer and he said it's time for litigation so I wanted to fully understand what that entails thank you for this crash course

[@hardiemartellgarnett2911]

Thank You, Thank You, Thank You For This Crash Course.

[@QueenYak]

Excellent overview. Best ever. Thank you.

[@attorneysteve]

Yes!! Thanks Sheila. Steve

[@jonstonebraker3840]

Hi Steve I used this video to help me understand the litigation process for a college course. Great content thank you for sharing your experience!

[@attorneysteve]

Cool, you are already ahead of everyone else!! Thanks for watching and sharing your comments!! Good luck in the class and in your future!!! Steve

[@wtfshey]

Thank you for this. You’re awesome!

[@attorneysteve]

Thank you Shey!! Steve

[@dadams7902]

Great presentation and content- making a toolkit based on this backbone. Thank you

[@attorneysteve]

Thank you, I appreciate that greatly!! Steve

[@tomigmichel]

Amazing explanation.

[@freddyvalencia1934]

Great job Steve !

[@attorneysteve]

Thanks Freddy!! Steve

[@YTfancol]

Wonderful. Very informative video. Thanks for sharing 🙏

[@attorneysteve]

My pleasure!! SV

[@DW-ur4xt]

You are a great teacher

[@attorneysteve]

Thanks David, I really appreciate that!! Steve

[@umakapil2434]

Sir, what you have to say on the instance of litigation which has happened in one your given Court- " He is right that NPR is not legal. The rules were framed later on & they have operated in advance. Further, it is his correct & authentic argument the citizenship of each & every one is proved in the same way as of PM. If you are born here in India no document is required under rule 3 of the constitution. His host of arguments are convincing & substantive. However, the illogical & arrogance in the game awe fully changes the direction.Particularly the legal fraternity knows it. In my one legal Case filed in the District Court, 'Tis Hazari, delhi I leant that my Advocate & myself have won the Case. However, the certified copy will be given in a day or two as Judge is busy. When my Advocate went over to collect the Judgment Order Issued under injunction Order 39, we found to our utter dismay that it has been reversed. So, it is disappointing to see that Victory of both Advocate & Petitioner has been reversed. I was rudely taken aback. This all was happening when no proper Power of attorney & no written statement was ever filed by NIC, who had issued an official circular that 15 lacs of Govt undertaking money has been stolen from the Gov bank account. It all happened & transpired while CBI enquiry is officially going on in the Office. They were checking the numerous files of many officers & i being one of them. They all gave full clearances to me but on this Case which was fabricated during their presence, CBI is keeping silence. Therefore, you will please that many good & competent advocate just fall victim to the whim & fancy of mischief mongers. And, no check is there. The arrogance of the officials is hiding the truth & ridiculing the fight of my Advocate & myself who had vigorously fought this false & vicious Case. Thus, the colors of the courage of the Advocate just perished in a jiffy at the hands of hatred, bigotry & corruption. So, pl take proper remedial steps for your fight lest it may not go waist as my Advocate faced it helplessly."

[@raindropsonroses4110]

Thank you so much for this. I’m a legal assistant who switched from disability law to litigation and it’s been overwhelming. This is SO helpful.

[@attorneysteve]

Glad it helps!! Best of luck. SV

[@kevinrichardson6686]

It's a slow process being a victim and living with spine injury. Brain function is improving 20 years later

[@surendraburman3626]

Great stuff Steve

[@debrabuckley8578]

thank You Attorney Steve, great Video.

[@attorneysteve]

My pleasure Debra.....glad you liked!! Steve

[@STEVEUPINNH1]

Thank you steve for all of your hard work! I’ve learned a lot from you preparing for a civil case as (unfortunately) as pro se…

[@attorneysteve]

My pleasure, glad you enjoyed! Steve

[@leggslarou2334]

You are awesome I enjoy your videos they are full of useful information and not boring!:)👍

[@attorneysteve]

GREAT, I love to hear that!!! Appreciate your comment. Steve

[@CherTherese]

Love this guy!!! Thanks for the videos and the humor that goes with it. Makes learning so much more interesting.

[@attorneysteve]

Thanks Cher! I really appreciate it!! Steve

[@CherTherese]

@@attorneysteve we really appreciate YOU! 🙌🏻🙌🏻. It’s awesome that you have such a passion to teach others. I’m just now getting back into the legal field 20 some years after going for my paralegal degree. I strongly want to be an attorney. Very inspirational. This is really awesome!!

[@gulmirakinsale8564]

Very useful information!!! Thank you for amazing job!!!

[@attorneysteve]

Hey, I appreciate that, thank you for watching and commenting! Steve

[@ashog1426]

Thank you for the video sir. I have just started a new position as a litigation paralegal ill watch this multiple times.

[@attorneysteve]

You are welcome, good luck on the new position, sounds exciting!! Steve

[@legal_beagle5294]

Atty. Steve… aspiring Paralegal, this was so detailed and helpful!! I’m binging you!!

[@attorneysteve]

YESSS, I love it!! Thank you... Steve

[@danielleplackett8707]

This is a phenomenally informative video.

[@attorneysteve]

Glad you liked it, thanks for watching! Steve

[@bradelinagomez1161]

Thanks so much. Awesome content.

[@attorneysteve]

Thanks Bradelina!! SV

[@certifiedamazingx3]

Very helpful video!!

[@aronkay5274]

Hey Steve, Great Video ! Very informative, keep up the great work!!

[@attorneysteve]

Working till my last breath!! Thanks Aron! SV

[@personalinjuryshow]

Thanks for sharing, very helpful.

[@attorneysteve]

Absolutely!

[@redtapereed-walterreed-wal7000]

Thank you 😊💕😊 Steve

[@attorneysteve]

You are welcome.....SV

[@user-gs7nv8yk5b]

Thank you so much!

[@attorneysteve]

My pleasure!! SV

[@realtruthlaw3165]

Just watch this video and it taught me a lot on the process for the client to make sure your paper work and the process is correct. Good video but I study law but on my own school is to long as tedious. LOL youtube in itself is a school on its own and everybody knows this to be true. that's why ppl post and watch how to do things. If you can learn how to make an explosive you can learn law on KZbin lol.

[@juanontiveros4344]

THANK YOU VERY MUCH !!!! Sir STEVE VONDRAN YOU ARE MY LAW PROFESSOR. I'M LEARNING ALOT FROM YOUR PRICELESS VIDEOS. I'M PRO PER

[@attorneysteve]

Thanks for watching! Our goal, as you may know, is to make the law more understandable and access to justice more possible. Good luck!

[@darenmiller2218]

I’m trying to get my employer to pay for a law degree and this video is a must watch before, during, after, in between, all the time lol, in school.

[@kerolossaeid1150]

Thank you so much. This video is very helpful. My only concern that if you can add a caption option to your videos so I can read and listen at the same time, This will be better to me because English is my second language. Thanks again.

[@zi7ad234]

شكرا على مشاركتك الرائعة بالفعل تستحق الإحترام سيد ستيف.

[@cnlicnli]

Excellent civil litigation overview!

[@attorneysteve]

Glad you like. More than I learned in four years of law school believe it or not. SV

[@cnlicnli]

@@attorneysteve I believe it! For me, I learned professional photography NEITHER by taking photo/art classes NOR by talking to alleged photography experts who work in camera stores. Rather, I learned how to light and create strong creative compositions by going out in the real world and just doing photography. I imagine you don’t necessarily learn law by graduating law school, but by actually practicing law in front of the court and next to adversaries and with real paying clients.

[@orlando124431]

Love this guy...

[@attorneysteve]

AW THANKS!!!!! Steve

[@elainenilsson5472]

I love your videos. I'm not even a lawyer.

[@attorneysteve]

YESS!!! I love hearing that!! Thanks Elaine! Steve

[@gbear1005]

you inspired me to fight .. and do at least one unusual method.. i filed a motion to compel (because i could not do further discovery) to get the other sides checklists and procedural process maps... to help the judge understand why so many errors occured on their side ... and explain why they were so desperate...

[@ybel6216]

Covering litigation and it’s rigorous! 🙏

[@attorneysteve]

Welcome to the BIG LEAGUES!! SV

[@externalaffairs4908]

Who are you, and how DARE you get me hooked on your videos! you've got me binging. I am engaged in two law suites and these videos are a great assist in understanding and to better communicate with my attorneys. I believe in self education and you are a very enlightening as my new "Professor" Thank you for making you content easy to assimilate.

[@tommyphillips457]

Yes...Supreme

[@raymond3021]

Great stuff, well done...

[@attorneysteve]

Thanks Raymond!! Steve

[@raymond3021]

@@attorneysteve Hi Steve, Does Un a lien able mean, that you cannot attach anything fictional ,like adhesion contacts, or any contract without consent?

[@b.relevant4074]

If you e file and your declaration/complaint is excepted, and the agent accepts the email service does that mean it was the suit is generally accepted or will they file a dispute on your proof of service?

[@ldyblueyez]

thank you very much, nice work. question: how is it played out when the person making the claim - plaintiff - makes claim and never gives paperwork to follow up on, making the defendant look flaky to the court?

[@hoodinfo5317]

Great video, I have a question from another perspective. Back in October I was involved in a 18wheeler accident with broken bones and more injuries. Currently in my case we are in discovery stage due to them denying the claims, and I just answered the questions they send yesterday. If my answers and evidence to support my claim, is the judge going to read over both our claims and if he feels I have enough evidence, can they rule before trial based on the answers on discovery?

[@studiofix3301]

I like your microphone

[@vaninagomez5777]

Great video Steve. I started working remotely as an attorey assistant. I need to know deadlines. After the complaint it comes the answer, but sometimes there is a summon of complaint. Summon is the obligation to answer the complaint? You said there are 30 days for the answer. If the deffendant answers the plaintiff presents the POS? and if there isn't an answer there is an OSC? When is there a hearing for OSC? What is the difference between POS and Proof Of Personal Service? Sorry, I need to keep my job , but I'm going crazy! There is no information on the internet until I 've found you!

[@attorneysteve]

Hi Vanina, my information is general in nature. Check your local rules to see when a response is due. In many cases it is 21 days (federal court) and often 30 days in state court. But this can vary. Best, Steve

[@shoukisaragi4872]

No law school, but I played a bunch of Phoenix Wright and now after this video, I'm ready to tackle my first case.

[@attorneysteve]

Knowledge is not power, ACTING on knowledge is power. Go for it!! Steve

[@xaviusamericus9561]

Hi Attorney Steve ... how do you sue companies that are registered in another state but not California? I tried to file a small claims case (for statutory damages for violating the Do-Not-Call list), but the clerk wouldn’t accept it. The FCRA is a federal statute. Do you have to file such claims in federal court? Or just Superior court?

[@tommyphillips457]

I wish I had known the importance of all this info..when fighting bad officials throughout our entire federal Hallmark system to the Highest Jurisprudence in the United States..Supreme Court's District of Columbia..PRO SE . It was a nightmare gentlemen, but I finished strong! Good luck to you all...

[@darenmiller2218]

Also, could you do a video on why child support is above the constitution? Why there are, (to my knowledge anyways) zero oversight on those courts. Thank you for your vids, they’re great!

[@cybyz8283]

Awesome

[@attorneysteve]

now that's what i want to hear!!! Thank you! SV

[@crackerjax4330]

I have read NOT to attach exhibits to your complaint because they will claim you are trying to circumvent the evidence process and trying to get around laying foundation, etc. and they can object to using that evidence later. Can you elaborate on this? When and what types of exhibits to include - when NOT to, and also whether or not you should include an affidavit with your complaint if you are propria persona? Thank you.

[@alexfilipovic586]

Damn another kick ass video... Check out that like to dislike ratio that's what I'm talking about.

[@dewaynesteagall6612]

I know you can't give legal advise but in your opinion my emoyer admitted to the fact of retaliation under oath prior to my civil case how do you think my case will hold up with the preponderance part

[@LADOT2012]

I wish an adult in my life had directed me into the legal field rather than journalism; but, then again, I would not have got screwed because of my journalism knowledge which requires me to need an attorney. At least now I understand the work my attorney has on her plate.

[@svc6253]

Here is some great information for you people. paralegal and even attorneys are not allowed in medical hospital charts that involve nurse auditing

[@valeriebillings7248]

Is propounding discovery the same as serving discovery? Great info thanks for breaking it down. I’m a newbie so need all the help available

[@attorneysteve]

You are on track!!

[@maulrat588]

Never wait until the last day of the statute of limitations. Except in traffic tickets. Then it's cool to live dangerously

[@hockeyslade]

Hey Steve great videos brother? As general information and not legal advice do ppl have to file an affidavit of service for interrogatories or have someone else serve them or can ppl serve them themselves?

[@attorneysteve]

When I serve discovery docs like interrogs.....I put a proof of service and send to all parties in the case. I send it by mail. Check your local rules, there could be different requirements, never know. SV

[@user-ic7oi8rm1e]

I live in Florida I need your help suing law enforcement for discrimination. Or can you recommend me

[@jeremiebrown7269]

Do you have an attorney you would recommend for a federal issue? Your videos are very informative btw thank you for taking the time to make them

[@YoshiXO]

Do it yourself

[@alandejesus649]

Can Defendant Compel Arbitration during Discovery?

[@thegoldenland]

Can you serve Discovery via email in California?

[@daniacalola]

Please, subtitles. Saludos desde Ecuador.

[@Tmansgokarts]

hey Steve, could you do videos on .... Preliminary Pretrial Statement ... Joint Discovery Plan ... and Statement of Stipulated Facts . I would like some clarification on these because I'm at this point in my case.

[@attorneysteve]

I'll try......I have a top 10 list I am trying to get through....SV

[@tytraulich4987]

The one Rule in the world is to not break Profession. ~Hospital CEO You should be able to take care of your affairs on your own. And it’s back to my original statement.

[@josebtr]

Hi Steve, how can I contact you?

[@HybridSpektar]

Is Matt Murdock a good lawyer?

[@jacobmacfoy8343]

are you still practicing and what state

[@nathansmith8183]

I wasn't seeing a negligence tort vid so this is a bit off topic, but does the reasonableness standard change as society changes or is it more static? What is reasonable to society seems like an ever-changing thing.

[@attorneysteve]

Reasonable often is something that you argue. You get case law that is similar on point, and you argue how your case is the same or different from the other case where "reasonableness" was discussed. I would say yes, (not legal advice) but I do think law and legal concepts evolve with time and societal changes.

[@nathansmith8183]

@@attorneysteve Thanks so much for your reply. After watching your videos I'm of the firm belief that at least the general legal perspective should be taught more in school, because although it makes sense, it isn't something most of us would come to understand intuitively. Tying this into the question at hand, the elements of most intentional torts seem to be increasingly accepted by society as means of protest, such as cornering someone in a public place and screaming threats at them. Since some jurisdictions decline to prosecute where there is some common cause, civil action is definitely something people need to be aware of. Thanks again!