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We added a new Court Comparison Analytics feature to Trellis! Just select a state, counties, motion types and practice areas and we will build + email you a report with county analytics. This feature is now live on Trellis in the Analytics drop-down found in the header — and is available as an add-on… Read More
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A complaint initiates a lawsuit by identifying parties and outlining claims without needing to prove the case. Different jurisdictions apply varying pleading standards—notice pleading requires less detail for clarity, while fact pleading demands specific factual support for each claim. These standards influence case strategy, drafting, and litigation outcomes. Read More
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Civil lawsuits involve a sequence of steps including complaint filing, service of process, responses, discovery, and judgment. Understanding these stages enhances navigation of civil litigation for students and professionals. Outcomes vary widely; most cases resolve before trial, influenced by strategic decisions throughout the process, especially during the discovery and motion phases. Read More
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By the time a case reaches opening statements, the parties have usually spent months—sometimes years—gathering evidence, arguing motions, exchanging documents, and exploring settlement. For law students, junior litigators, and anyone trying to understand civil litigation, the pre-trial process can feel like a maze of procedural steps. Read More
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Democratizing access to the law by making state trial court records and legal data more accessible is a necessary step in bringing greater transparency to the US judicial system… but why? This week, we’re chatting to Nicole Clark. Nicole is the CEO and Co-Founder of Trellis, a comprehensive AI-powered state court research and analytics platform that focuses… Read More
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