With the Books UnBound Library Collection: Civil Litigation, you get all the State Bar of Wisconsin PINNACLE® Books UnBound™ civil litigation titles in one focused online library. Whether you’re a seasoned practitioner, learning the fundamentals, or in need of a refresher, this extensive collection of resources is designed to help you tackle the issues you encounter in your practice effectively and efficiently. Experience convenient online access to a diverse range of titles covering essential topics, written by experienced Wisconsin practitioners.
Explore the titles included in the library:
Wisconsin Civil Litigation Forms Manual
Take command of the litigation process with over 200 downloadable annotated sample forms designed to help make litigation more straightforward for novices and more efficient for experienced litigators. Covering everything from commencement of the action to appeals, the Manual’s user-friendly, fully customizable forms are presented in simple, precise, plain language. Each form has been carefully dissected, debated, and polished by eminent Wisconsin lawyers and judges so you can avoid drafting mistakes and achieve the utmost clarity and consistency in your court filings.
Wisconsin Judicial Benchbook Vol. II: Civil
The Civil Benchbook equips you with the same guidelines and procedural steps judges use in civil actions, making it your go-to guide to civil litigation. Its user-friendly outline format will demystify common procedures such as motion practice, jury selection, and witness presentation. With the Benchbook’s flowchart diagramming a civil action from start to finish, you’ll know what to expect at every turn and be able to keep your clients well-informed on next steps. Plus, the Benchbook gives you quick access to a variety of specific substantive topics including bankruptcy, eminent domain, foreclosure, garnishment, insurance, and small claims.
Wisconsin Civil Procedure Before Trial
Wisconsin Civil Procedure Before Trial provides the road map you need to successfully navigate the complex rules found throughout the Wisconsin Statutes and case law, including the local rules of each jurisdiction. Its nuts-and-bolts approach to complex issues and topics includes clear and concise statements of the law, helpful checklists, and essential practice pointers. You’ll discover invaluable guidance on jurisdiction, pleadings, motion practice, discovery, case management, and much more. Gain a more comprehensive understanding of trial procedure and approach your next civil case with confidence.
Wisconsin Discovery Law and Practice
Tap into the knowledge and experience of Wisconsin’s most successful litigators with the authority on Wisconsin discovery law. Wisconsin Discovery Law and Practice features hundreds of tips and observations that will help you assess the scope of available discovery, identify the advantages of both formal and informal discovery, and determine how to modify discovery procedures. Reinforce your understanding of the role of evidence and how it should inform your actions and case strategy and master the role of privileges and immunities in limiting the nature and extent of discovery. You’ll find the guides, samples, forms, and lists you need to excel at discovery from the basics to advanced techniques in Wisconsin Discovery Law and Practice.
Wisconsin Trial Practice
Researched and written by experienced Wisconsin litigators, Wisconsin Trial Practice is an essential resource for any attorney, and a must-have for the practicing litigator. Designed with the trial process in mind, it walks you through each stage of a typical trial, dissecting issues in the order they’re likely to arise. You’ll find clear and concise statements of law, judicial commentary, and helpful practice tips, observations, and discussions combined in one comprehensive publication. Descriptive chapter titles, extensive outlines, and a topical index make finding information quick and intuitive. Wisconsin Trial Practice is also the perfect companion volume to Wisconsin Civil Procedure Before Trial. Whether you’re looking for tips on presenting evidence, making objections, or filing post-trial motions, the information is only seconds away when you have Wisconsin Trial Practice by your side.
The Wisconsin Rules of Evidence: A Courtroom Handbook
For decades, trial lawyers and judges have turned to The Wisconsin Rules of Evidence: A Courtroom Handbook to locate relevant case law, applicable rules of evidence, and helpful commentary. The Handbook’s table of cases, tabs with topical headings, and multiple cross-referencing features make locating the information you need fast and easy. From presumptions, relevancy, and privileges to witnesses, expert testimony, and hearsay, The Wisconsin Rules of Evidence: A Courtroom Handbook puts the rules of evidence at your fingertips when you need them most.
The Law of Damages in Wisconsin
With its comprehensive, insightful analysis and practical wisdom, The Law of Damages in Wisconsin is cited with confidence by scores of attorneys and judges. Protect your clients’ interests and make sound decisions with guidance on the types of damages available in Wisconsin. You’ll find practical information on practice and procedure, as well as detailed explanations about damages in specific kinds of cases. The book explains the special rules governing damages, such as mitigation of damages, contributory negligence, subrogation, and interest. It also offers valuable pointers on pleading damages and meeting evidentiary burdens. Recover the damages your clients deserve with help from this essential addition to every litigator’s library.
Anderson on Wisconsin Insurance Law
Anderson on Wisconsin Insurance Law delivers concise explanations of cases and court decisions that affect how insurance policies are written, interpreted, and applied in Wisconsin. Written by the late Arnie Anderson, one of the state’s most respected insurance litigators, Insurance Law has been the “go-to” resource for the insurance industry, lawyers addressing insurance issues, and the courts for more than 30 years. Updated regularly by esteemed insurance attorneys, it continues to be the current, authoritative resource for Wisconsin practitioners. Within this two-volume set, you’ll find explanations and analysis on a comprehensive array of topics, including auto, general liability, fire, and property insurance; an insurer’s duty to defend; handling third-party claims; subrogation, and more. Get the definitive source on insurance law in Wisconsin – Anderson on Wisconsin Insurance Law.