Civil Procedure: Cases and Materials, Thirteenth Edition, Friedenthal

Civil Procedure: Cases and Materials 13th Edition Friedenthal ISBN: 9781636591810

The Thirteenth Edition of this highly regarded casebook offers a comprehensive and engaging approach to the study of civil procedure, balancing accessibility with depth.

New Additions to the Author Team:

• The latest edition introduces two fresh voices to the team: Adam N. Steinman and Troy A. McKenzie.
  • Adam N. Steinman is a distinguished scholar and educator, holding the title of University Research Professor of Law at the University of Alabama School of Law. His expertise has been widely recognized, with numerous citations in legal scholarship and judicial opinions. Steinman contributes to the renowned Wright & Miller Federal Practice & Procedure treatise and has a rich background in both academic and practical legal settings.
  • Troy A. McKenzie brings his own award-winning teaching and scholarship from NYU School of Law. A key figure in the procedural rulemaking process, McKenzie’s contributions include serving on the Council of the American Law Institute and participating in the Committee on Rules of Practice and Procedure for the Judicial Conference of the United States. His experience spans both academia and public service, including a significant role as Deputy Assistant Attorney General.

Civil Procedure Cases and Materials Thirteenth Edition Friedenthal ISBN: 9781636591810

Core Focus and Pedagogical Goals:

• This edition stays true to the core mission of previous versions, offering a robust framework for understanding the fundamentals and evolving issues in civil procedure. It is crafted to enhance doctrinal knowledge, sharpen case-reading skills, and promote critical thinking about the real-world implications of procedural decisions.
• The book also integrates important discussions on diversity, inclusion, and equity, considering the role of courts and civil procedure in advancing these values.
• Designed with flexibility in mind, the casebook is suitable for various course structures—whether spanning one or two semesters, with different credit allocations, or emphasizing practical versus theoretical approaches.

Civil Procedure Friedenthal Thirteenth Edition ISBN: 9781636591810

Comprehensive Content and Tools:

• The casebook covers all essential topics for a first-year course in civil procedure, offering professors the versatility to tailor the material to their specific teaching goals.
• Accompanying this edition is a supplement packed with updated Federal Rules, relevant statutes, constitutional provisions, and other teaching aids like pleadings from landmark cases (Twombly and Iqbal), a model case file, a litigation flow-chart, and state-specific materials. These resources are designed to support both in-person and remote learning environments.

Friedenthal Civil Procedure Thirteenth Edition ISBN 9781636591810