Civil Procedure Revision Notes

These flashcards cover key vocabulary terms and definitions related to civil procedure as outlined in the lecture notes.

Jurisdiction

The authority of a court to hear a case and make legal decisions.

Subject Matter Jurisdiction

The jurisdiction of a court over the types of cases it can hear based on the nature of the dispute.

Territorial Jurisdiction

The jurisdiction of a court over the individuals involved in the case based on their location.

Original Jurisdiction

The authority of a court to hear a case for the first time, as opposed to on appeal.

Appellate Jurisdiction

The authority of a court to review and change the decision of a lower court.

Inherent Jurisdiction

The power of a court to administer its own process, as recognized by law.

Limitation Period

A time limit set by law within which a party must initiate claims or legal actions.

Statutory Limitations

Legal restrictions established by statute that define the time within which legal action must be taken.

Service of Process

The delivery of legal documents to parties involved in a court case to inform them of their rights and obligations.

Disclosure

The legal process of revealing documents and information relevant to a case.

Interlocutory Applications

Requests made to the court for orders or directions during the course of litigation.

Default Judgment

A judgment rendered when a party fails to respond or defend their case within the stipulated time frame.

Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)

A process to resolve disputes outside of traditional litigation, often involving mediation or arbitration.

Trial

A formal examination of evidence and legal arguments in a court to determine a verdict.

Costs Consequences

The implications or penalties regarding legal costs incurred by parties in a court case.

Federal Court

A court established by the federal government with jurisdiction over specific types of cases as defined by law.

Joinder of Parties

The inclusion of multiple parties in a single legal action, either as plaintiffs or defendants.