Younger on California Motions, 2d, 2014-2015 ed. (The Expert Series)

Younger on California Motions demonstrates how to make, support, and oppose nearly every motion, addressing issues such as: Is the motion a good idea, what it can and cannot accomplish; is it cost-effective; and how do judges react to particular motions and opposition tactics; How to file papers, what to do at the courthouse, and what you need to know about the judge; Mistakes to avoid in written work and in the courtroom; Work/benefit analysis of a motion; Suggestions rather than just explanations and descriptions; Oral argument, effective written presentation, and sanction in motion practice and Necessity of a motion, less expensive alternatives, and which motions judges view with favor. Chapters begin with the substantive law that a motion is based on and moves into discussion of the circumstances when it is used. Coverage includes everyday aspects of practice, including ex parte applications