Who's On Deck?
Attorney
A signed, written legal document that transfers property ownership from a seller (grantor) to a buyer (grantee)
Deed
Names of all concerned parties (people, businesses, etc.)
In
Filing the defendant’s first formal, written response to a plaintiff’s complaint or petition that admits or denies each allegation, and raises defenses and counterclaims to avoid liability.
Filing an Answer
What is the smallest unit we record in our Clio timesheets and client invoices?
0.1h (6 minutes)
Completes initial intake
Intake/Paralegal
Document, object, photograph, or digital file formally introduced as evidence to support a party's argument in court
Exhibit
Basic allegations against other party including counts against them
In
Sending a formal document from an attorney to a client confirming that legal services for a specific matter have ended. It formally terminates the attorney-client relationship.
Doing a Completion of Representation Letter
What time is the Motions docket in Hamilton County Chancery Court?
1:30pm (Mondays)
Calendar hearings & deadlines
Paralegal
Written, formal questions used in legal discovery, where one party in a lawsuit requires the other to provide written, sworn answers.
Interrogatories
Name of Defendant's attorney
Out (usually)
This process ensures that new representation does not violate ethical duties of loyalty or confidentiality owed to existing or former clients.
Conflict Check
How long does a Defendant have to file an Answer in Chancery or Circuit Court after being served with a Complaint?
30 days
Gives clients legal advice
Attorney (in close cooperation with paralegal)
A formal document sent by the attorney outlining a legal grievance and demanding specific action—such as payment or fulfillment of a contract—to resolve a dispute before taking legal action
Demand Letter
Detailed description of the evidence you have that the other side is lying
Out
Getting a detailed examination of public records to verify a seller’s legal ownership of a property and to identify any liens, debts, encumbrances, or restrictions that could impede the transfer of ownership.
Request a title search
How long do you have to answer discovery requests after being sued?
30 days
Serves initial Complaint on Defendant(s)
Process server/Paralegal/Attorney/Sheriff
The formal legal procedure of delivering court documents to a defendant to notify them of a lawsuit, new pleading, or subpoena. (Hint: Satisfies constitutional due process requirements)
Service of Process
Date of the first hearing in the case
Out
File a written request for the Court to rule in our favor because the defendant failed to respond, appear, or defend themselves against a lawsuit within the required timeframe
File a Motion to Dismiss
How many times can a court hearing be continued?
Trick question - there is no set number