Civil Litigation

Civil litigation is a legal process in which criminal charges and penalties are not at issue. When two or more parties become embroiled in such a non-criminal legal dispute, the case is presented at a trial where plaintiffs seek compensation or other damages from defendants. Certain key legal skills and knowledge are essential to litigation practice, including:

• Knowledge of substantive and procedural law
• Strong written and oral advocacy skills
• Analytical and logical reasoning abilities
• Ability to synthesize complex legal and factual materials
• Superior interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of legal research techniques and software
• Client development skills
• Negotiation skills