Civil Lawsuit Basics: Drafting and Responding to Complaints (Torrance)

Thursday, April 12, 2018
12:00 p.m. — 1:30 p.m.

A civil lawsuit starts with the filing and service of a written complaint; the defendant must then file an answer or other response. These are called pleadings, and they set the stage for all that comes afterward in the lawsuit. In this class, learn how to prepare, file, serve and respond to civil case pleadings in California state court.

Class covers:

  • Is filing a lawsuit a good idea?
  • Identifying possible legal theories
  • Drafting the complaint
  • Service of summons and complaint
  • Answers and other responsive pleadings

Presented by Michael Schiller

Location:
Torrance Branch, LA Law Library
Torrance Courthouse, 1st Floor
825 Maple Street Room 110
Torrance, CA 90503
(424) 201-0748

No legal advice:
LA Law Library provides access to legal resources and assistance with legal research. LA Law Library does not provide legal advice. For legal advice, you should consult an attorney.

Registration fees: $20 
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