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CONSIDER A TRIAL CHECKLIST

Plaintiff Trial Lawyer Tips

THREE PRIMARY DEFENSE CLAIMS __ __ __ PLAINTIFF PROOF OF CAUSATION __ DEFENDANT CAUSATION DEFENSE _ PRELIMINARY STATUS REVIEW  Review local rules regarding deadlines and requirements DISCOVERY REVIEW Interrogatories  Review defendant’s answers to interrogatories. Note incomplete answers for motion. Supplement if needed.

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The Deposition: What To Expect And How To Prepare

SW&L Attorneys Blog

Part of the civil litigation process involves gathering evidence, known as discovery. Attorneys do this by sending written questions called interrogatories , issuing subpoenas , and holding depositions. A general rule of thumb: if the case does not involve criminal charges or juveniles, its probably civil litigation.

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Uncovering Hidden Assets in a Divorce

Joseph, Hollander & Craft

This is done through discovery, which could involve subpoenas to get as much data on the marital finances as possible. Missouri views this behavior as a criminal act if the assets were hidden during formal interrogatories. If there is significant evidence that you can use against your ex-spouse, they may be more likely to settle.