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LAW 0542: Federal Courts and Jurisdiction
Fall 2023 • Section 21 • 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 1:10-2:25 PM Klein 1C

Course Details

Instructor
  • Laura Little
Credit Hours

3 Credits

Seats/Capacity

56

Course Type
  • Exam
Course Modality

Classroom

Fulfills J.D. Requirement

None

Programs

None

Registration Info

No Registration Restrictions.


Book List/Materials