An approachable and practical study guide to what is considered a challenging and abstract subject, Examples &amp; Explanations: Federal Courts provides students with a brief, textual introduction to doctrines, as well as examples and analytical answers. With a sensible, flexible organization, it adapts well to a variety of teaching approaches and learning styles. This reliable guide offers ample features and benefits: Cutting-edge coverage unveils many important recent developments absent in competing books, such as: Hamdan v. Rumsfeld (non-Article III courts - 2006) Marshall v. Marshall (diversity of citizenship - 2006) The Class Action Fairness Act (diversity of citizenship - 2005) Terri Schiavo litigation (congressional control of federal court jurisdiction - 2005) Grable &amp; Sons v. Darue Engineering (federal question jurisdiction - 2005) Empire Healthchoice Assurance, Inc. v. McVeigh (2006) Exxon Mobil v. Allapattah (supplemental jurisdiction - 2005) Lance v. Dennis (Rooker-Feldman doctrine 2006) Exxon Mobil v. Saudi Basic Industries (Rooker-Feldman doctrine - 2005) Habeas Corpus cases (2005-2006) Nuances and unsettled issues in the law are openly addressed. The guide resists black letter simplification of legal concepts and capitalizes on this notion, without sacrificing clarity or meaningful analysis Complicated subjects are presented in an understandable manner. Widely respected federal courts scholar, Professor Laura E. Little, transforms her global knowledge of federal courts issues in a format that students can digest and master. An accessible and clear writing style provides lucid explanations of complex areas of the law and breaks down doctrines into component parts. Page layout is designed for easy retrieval and understanding A sensible and flexible organization caters to students with various learning styles. Topics are organized according to the various functions of federal courts, which gives the book

Federal Courts (Examples & Explanations)

Little, Laura E.

Rules & Procedures

Wolters Kluwer/Law & Business

When you purchase a new version of this casebook from the LIFT Program, you receive 1-year FREE digital access to the corresponding Examples &amp; Explanations in your course area. Now available in an interactive study center, Examples &amp; Explanations offer hypothetical questions complemented by detailed explanations that allow you to test your knowledge of the topics covered in class. Starting July 1, 2017, if your new casebook purchase does not come with an access code on the inside cover of the book, please contact Wolters Kluwer customer service. The email address and phone number for customer service are on the copyright page, found within the first few pages, of your casebook. Award-winning teacher Laura Little offers a progressive, innovative approach to teaching complex material in the new casebook, Conflict of Laws. In a subject where there are few “right” answers and plenty of room for debate, this casebook offers a contemporary alternative to the subject by connecting coverage of key issues and concepts to law practice using modern cases-and-problem pedagogy. With its modular design and clear writing, the text is highly teachable and sure to be a favorite with both students and professors. Features: <ul>
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Award-winning teacher and respected author Laura Little brings her considerable expertise in federal courts, conflict of laws, and constitutional law to the subject.</li> <li>
Well-balanced casebook presents the deep jurisprudential lessons imbedded in the conflict of laws subject matter.</li> <li>
Proven cases-and-problems pedagogy helps students apply concepts.</li> <li>Maintains a clear presentation of doctrines relevant to current law practice.</li> <li>
Thematic approach puts conflicts of law in the context of actual issues confronted in law practice.</li> <li>
Clear, straightforward writing avoids the “hide the ball” approach of many other books and maximizes accessibility to difficult material.
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Innovative organization, beginning with personal jurisdiction, follows the way issues arise in litigation and highlights the importance of forum selection.</li> <li>
Highly adaptable modular presentation allows professors to customize approach.
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Contemporary cases and hypotheticals allow students to apply rules to current situations, while hallmark cases maintain continuity with the development of the discipline.</li> <li>Full coverage of current topics such as Internet issues, same-sex marriage, choice of law clauses, and class actions.
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International and comparative materials cover global aspects of conflicts.</li> <li>
Emphasis on the Restatement (Second) of Conflicts, now the predominant United States approach but insufficiently covered in most other texts.</li> <li>
Online PowerPoint slides, charts, and diagrams support teachabilit</li> </ul>

Conflict of Laws: Cases, Materials, and Problems (Aspen Casebook) (Aspen Casebook Series)

Legal Theory & Systems

A favorite among successful students, and often recommended by professors, the unique Examples &amp; Explanations series gives you extremely clear introductions to concepts followed by realistic examples that mirror those presented in the classroom throughout the semester. Use at the beginning and midway through the semester to deepen your understanding through clear explanations, corresponding hypothetical fact patterns, and analysis. Then use to study for finals by reviewing the hypotheticals as well as the structure and reasoning behind the accompanying analysis. Designed to complement your casebook, the trusted Examples &amp; Explanations titles get right to the point in a conversational, often humorous style that helps you learn the material each step of the way and prepare for the exam at the end of the course. 
The unique, time-tested Examples &amp; Explanations series is invaluable to teach yourself the subject from the first day of class until your last review before the final. Each guide:
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<li>quickly gets to the point in conversational style laced with humor</li>
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Examples & Explanations: Federal Courts, Third Edition

Legal Education

Wolters Kluwer

Award-winning author and professor, Laura E. Little, has updated her approachable and practical study guide to what is considered one of the most challenging and abstract subjects in the law. Examples &amp; Explanations for Federal Courts grounds the law of federal courts for students by providing brief textual introduction to doctrines, as well as examples, analytical answers, and graphical depictions of the legal doctrine. The new edition maintains the highly admired, straightforward Examples &amp; Explanations format yet also includes many important cutting-edge developments in the field, omitted from competing books.
New to the 4th Edition: 
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<li> Extensive revision and expansion of the standing materials, including standing issues arising in cases concerning gerrymandering, statutory rights, and false electoral speech
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<li>Review of new cases pertaining to congressional control over federal courts</li> <li>Materials on the impact of an important decision pertaining to Younger abstention doctrine, Sprint Communications v. Jacobs, 571 U.S. 69 (2013)</li> <li>Integration of the myriad cases making subtle refinements and changes to the law of federal habeas corpus</li>
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Professors and students will benefit from:
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<li> Forthright treatment of nuanced and unsettled issues in the law— Federal courts is a discipline that resists black letter simplification of legal concepts: this study guide not only recognizes that fact, but also capitalizes on it, without sacrificing clarity or meaningful analysis. 
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<li>Award-winning author known for ability to present complicated subjects in an understandable fashion—A widely respected federal courts scholar, Professor Laura Little has lectured worldwide on federal courts issues and is a frequent federal jurisdiction lecturer for federal judges at judicial conferences and programs sponsored by the Federal Judicial Center. She has published several articles in the field of federal court jurisdiction and has won many teaching prizes (including a top teaching honor, the Great Teacher Award) as well as scholarship awards. Her work in procedural subjects has recently been acknowledged by the American Law Institute, which appointed her to serve as Associate Reporter for the Restatement (Third) of Conflict of Laws.</li>
<li>Accessible and clear writing style and flexible organization—With lucid explanations of complex areas of the law, the volume breaks down doctrines into component parts. Organization adapts well to a variety of teaching approaches; topics are organized according to the various functions of federal courts, which gives the book thematic coherence while still allowing students to use the content according to their own needs. Written so that each chapter stands on its own.</li> <li>Visual aids—Includes several graphs and illustrations that illustrate both “macro” and “micro” understandings of the material; some are designed to convey larger relationships among doctrines and institutions, while others are designed to illustrate the intricacies of rules.</li>
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Examples & Explanations for Federal Courts

Aspen Publishing

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First Amendment (Examples & Explanations)

Conflict Of Laws

Burlington : Aspen Publishing

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National Institute for Trial Advocacy

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