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Building Blocks of Discovery: Written Requests, Documents & Disputes

This course teaches attorneys about the role and significance of written and documentary discovery in litigation. Participants will learn the fundamental steps and strategies in conducting effective discovery, from drafting well-crafted interrogatories to handling requests for production and admissions proficiently. The course also places emphasis on navigating legal research, maintaining ethical standards, and integrating technology to effectively manage and review documents.

In the first part of the course, associates are introduced to the basic principles of written discovery, learning to draft compelling interrogatories and requests for admission, and corresponding responses. They will explore the process of refining questions to elicit useful information, ensuring the clarity and relevance of each request.

The course then transitions into the nuances of documentary discovery, providing participants with the skills to manage, request, and effectively review the production of documents. The course emphasizes the careful analysis of produced documents to determine their relevance and potential impacts on the case.

Towards the end of the course, attorneys are taught how to apply modern technology in the discovery process for efficient document review and data management. Ethical considerations such as ensuring compliance, maintaining confidentiality, and avoiding spoliation are also discussed. The course provides an in-depth understanding of written and documentary discovery processes, preparing attorneys to efficiently handle this essential phase in litigation. Finally, the course will address discovery disputes and various approaches and strategies to ensure the best outcome for any such dispute.

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Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

  • Identify the fundamental components and procedural rules for each type of written discovery tool: interrogatories, requests for admissions, and document requests.
  • Apply these concepts to draft clear and legally sound interrogatories, requests for admissions, and document requests, as well as responses to each type of discovery request.
  • Evaluate potential discovery disputes and propose resolutions that adhere to the rules of civil procedure and case law.
  • Demonstrate the ability to manage the entire process of written discovery effectively, including drafting, response, and resolving disputes.

The AltaClaro Difference

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Step 1: Learn

Learn at your own pace, absorbing lessons in short, easily digested segments led by experienced practitioners.

Step 2: Do

Apply what you've learned to solve real-world client scenarios, using transaction documents derived from actual deals.

Step 3: Review

Deepen your learning in virtual review sessions with an experienced practitioner. Review model answers and ask questions.

Class Content Overview

Course Details

2 CLE credits are available.
Participants will be asked to draft a set of interrogatories, requests for admission, and requests for production of documents in the context of a hypothetical litigation matter. They will then represent the opposing party and draft objections and responses to their discovery requests. 

Instructors Who Practice What They Teach

Our vetted instructors are global practitioners with outstanding professional and educational qualifications and demonstrated achievement in their fields. All have 10+ years Big Law experience.

In addition to their accomplishments as practitioners, our instructors are also passionate about teaching. We carefully interview instructor candidates to assess personality, domain expertise and effectiveness in the classroom. Our instructors must maintain a 4.5 out of 5 rating from students.

 

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Praise for Our Legal Instructors

“Doug was very engaging, which was helpful and kept the review session moving.”
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“John had deep subject matter insight. It was an excellent class.”
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“Mick didn't just walk through the corrections but the thought process behind each change and how it would effect/protect the client.”
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“The instructor was great and had a lot of great insights to share.”
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Online

Class material is 100% online, accessible by all standard web browsers. Use your desktop, laptop, tablet, or smartphone--your progress will by synced across all devices.

On-Demand

The class is fully asynchronous. Do the work at your own pace, turn in your assignment when you're ready, and get instant feedback via model answers and video review sessions.

Interactive

Learn with dynamic, interactive modules that keep you engaged in active learning using a variety of learning modes.

Experiential

Includes practical assessments throughout the class, plus a capstone assignment where you apply your skills in the context of a real-world matter.

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