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Dispute Resolution and Civil Procedure

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The unit of study consists of two parts. (1) An introduction to dispute resolution methods; the identification of disputes and their management and resolution; an alternative dispute resolution methods concentrating on mediation. (2) Civil procedure including parties, pleadings, discovery and exchange of information. An appreciation of Supreme Court Rules and their part in facilitating a speedy, just, and accurate resolution of disputes; jurisdiction; delay and costs; conflict of laws; and appeals.

Unit details

  • Location:
  • College:
    College of Law and Justice
  • Study level:
    Undergraduate
  • Credit points ?
    12
  • Unit code
    BLB3127
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Prerequisites

Nil

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Assessment

Assessment typeDescriptionGrade
AssignmentMemorial40%
AssignmentPractical civil procedure tasks 60%
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