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Curtis E.A. Karnow

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Complexity In Litigation: A Differential Diagnosis, Curtis E.A. Karnow Jan 2015

Complexity In Litigation: A Differential Diagnosis, Curtis E.A. Karnow

Curtis E.A. Karnow

This note examines complex litigation with the goal of providing practical options for its management. It is written from a judge’s perspective. I review the definition of a “complex” case and explain its emphasis on the need for a judge to manage the case, with a focus on enabling settlement. I address a series of specific characteristics or aspects of complex cases, explaining how these affect the progress of the case. Then the note explores the many tools and techniques judges have to manage and ameliorate difficult aspects of complex cases. {Pre-print. Final article as published differs substantially and is …


Business Entities - Basic Legal Issues, Curtis E.A. Karnow Dec 2014

Business Entities - Basic Legal Issues, Curtis E.A. Karnow

Curtis E.A. Karnow

Brief introduction to certain business litigation issues including vicarious liability, sealing records, representation by counsel, qualification of domestic corporations; depositions of persons most knowledgeable, and conflicts of laws.


Class(Ic) Settlement Problems, Curtis E.A. Karnow Jan 2014

Class(Ic) Settlement Problems, Curtis E.A. Karnow

Curtis E.A. Karnow

A collection of classic problems in papers filed for preliminary court approval of class action settlements


A Vaguely Jocular Guide To In Limine Motions, Curtis E.A. Karnow Sep 2010

A Vaguely Jocular Guide To In Limine Motions, Curtis E.A. Karnow

Curtis E.A. Karnow

A short review of problematic in limine (pre trial) motions