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LAW 0542: Federal Courts and Jurisdiction
Fall 2021 • Section 01 • CRN 6942

Course Description

This course analyzes the constitutional and statutory contours of procedure and jurisdiction in the United States courts. Course materials address the role of federal courts in protecting federal rights and supervising state governments. Topics may include justiciability (including doctrines of standing, mootness, ripeness and political questions); congressional control of jurisdiction; legislative or Article I courts; federal questions; federal common law; diversity jurisdiction; supplemental jurisdiction; state sovereign immunity under the Eleventh Amendment; habeas corpus; civil rights suits under 42 U.S.C. 1983; and abstention.


Schedule

Day/Time Location
T/Th 10:00-11:15 AM Barrack 205

Course Details

Instructor
  • Craig Green
Credit Hours

3 Credits

Seats/Capacity

No Limit

Course Type
  • Exam
Course Modality

Classroom

Fulfills J.D. Requirement

None

Programs

None

Registration Info

No Registration Restrictions.


Book List/Materials