USA Law Orientation
USA Law Orientation at the UC Davis Law School International Program is a series of courses for foreign judges, attorneys and LLM students taking an intensive six-week program on the American Legal System. Professor Galves’ Courses in the Program includes: Civil Procedure, Evidence, Securities, Trial Advocacy, Computer-Assisted Litigation, and Corporations.
Contact the Professor for more details on this course.
Program Highlights
Intensive Six-Week Course
Designed to immerse international legal professionals in the fundamentals and complexities of the American Legal System.
Expert-Led Instruction
Courses taught by Professor Galves and other distinguished legal educators, focusing on areas critical to understanding and navigating U.S. law.
Core Courses Include:
Civil Procedure
An overview of the processes that underpin civil litigation in U.S. courts, from filing lawsuits to appeals.
Evidence
Examination of the rules and standards that determine the admissibility of evidence in U.S. legal proceedings.
Securities Law
Insight into the regulation of securities, the role of the Securities and Exchange Commission, and the enforcement of securities laws.
Trial Advocacy
Practical training in trial preparation, strategy, and courtroom skills, emphasizing the role of advocacy in the U.S. legal system.
Computer-Assisted Litigation
Exploration of how technology is reshaping litigation, including e-discovery, digital evidence management, and courtroom presentation tools.
Corporations
A look at the legal framework governing corporations in the U.S., covering incorporation, structure, governance, and financial regulations.