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Introduction
Procedure refers to the processes that guide actions during a lawsuit. Civil procedure, as an aid to obtaining due process, is the bedrock of expressed democracy in the civil litigation process. The rules of civil procedure are designed to support equality and efficiency during litigation. This guide will indicate material that is foundational and helpful in understanding the system used in the United States federal courts.
Getting Started
To conduct thorough research, you will need to synthesize information from a number of sources. The following pages will assist you in planning and executing your research strategy.
Legal Research Process Chart [PDF]
Laws & Regulations on Federal Civil Procedure
Cases on Federal Civil Procedure
Secondary Authority on Federal Civil Procedure
Study Aids on Federal Civil Procedure
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