Mastering New York civil procedure, step by step
This edition compiles the essential rules and cases that shape how civil actions proceed in New York courts. It presents the code of civil procedure as applied by the courts, with clear explanations of topics from commencement to judgment and remedies.
Framed around the code and its practical application, the work helps readers understand how procedures are actually carried out in practice. It emphasizes how courts interpret rules, cite authorities, and apply procedures to real cases, making it a valuable reference for lawyers and students alike.
- How the New York courts organize and operate, including major courts and officials
- Rules for filing, service, and motion practice that drive civil actions
- Guidance on joinder of causes of action, limitations, and the scope of relief
- Practical explanations drawn from decided cases to illuminate procedure
Ideal for legal professionals, students, and researchers needing a solid, reference-style guide to the Code of Civil Procedure as it stood at the time of publication, with an emphasis on how procedures play out in real cases.