HD (88) LAW4303 LITIGATION AND DISPUTE RESOLUTION SCRIPT / NOTES (Updated 2026)

Description

These are comprehensive exam notes and answer scripts compiled from lectures, readings, and tutorials across all examinable topics in LDR. Structured and colour-coded for quick navigation in exam conditions, with key scripts highlighted in clear, easy-to-follow formats and supported by detailed background explanations. I achieved a final score of 88 in the unit using these materials. These notes are designed to enhance efficiency and performance under exam pressure by including: - Clear introduction, explanatory, and conclusion sentences ready for use - Full topic-based scripts with adaptable “fill-in-the-blank” style responses - Summarised cases and concepts in table format for quick recall and application - A structured, step-by-step method for answering problem questions - Practical support for real-time tutorial participation and assessed discussions Topics Covered Topic 1 – Introduction to Litigation and the Civil Justice System Topic 2 – Pre-litigation steps and Appropriate Dispute Resolution (ADR) Topic 3 – Costs in Litigation Topic 4 – Jurisdiction, Parties and Claims Topic 5 – Commencing Proceedings, Service and Appearance Topic 6 – Defining the Issues in Dispute and Summary Disposition Topic 7 – Urgent Applications Topic 8/9 – Gathering Evidence Topic 10 – Class Actions Topic 11 – Judgment, Enforcement and Evaluating Civil Litigation