Description
The second edition of Civil Procedure: A Practical Guide provides a clear and concise introduction to the complex area of civil procedure. The civil procedures used in the High Courts, District and Regional Magistrates Courts, Supreme Court of Appeal, Constitutional Court and Small Claims Court are discussed in detail, with practical implementation guidelines. The text is supported by an expanded contents section, numerous diagrams and precedent examples, and a comprehensive glossary of terms. The book has been thoroughly revised and updated, and incorporates discussions and analyses of key new developments in the field of civil procedure.

This text offers all the content required for undergraduate LLB courses in Civil Procedure, and also serves as a useful first reference for candidate attorneys, pupil advocates, legal practitioners, magistrates and judges.

Key features

• A practical approach: It provides a clear, step-by-step guide to navigating this complex area of law.
• A clear writing style: For those who struggle to deal with complex, theoretical, technical language, this writing style is accessible, and clear.
• The use of real examples: Real examples are very helpful in properly preparing students for practice.
• The use of detailed flow diagrams: These facilitate ones understanding of the various legal procedures, processes and hierarchies by visually guiding the reader through particularly complex procedures. They also reinforce the overall mind-mapping concept as set out in the book.
• Collection of precedents: These provide visual examples of the various legal documents which students will have to draft.
• The glossary of terms: A comprehensive glossary of terms is included which assists students in gaining a full understanding of legal terms.
• A new annexure: The impact of the National Credit Act 34 of 2005 and the Consumer Protection Act