Discovery
A litigation process where parties identify and exchange documents or records relevant to issues in the case.
Definition
Discovery helps parties see the documents that may be used in a civil trial or dispute. It can involve schedules, inspection, copies, objections, privileged documents, electronic records, and follow-up notices where a party believes relevant documents have not been properly disclosed.
Key takeaways
A litigation process where parties identify and exchange documents or records relevant to issues in the case.
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Related legal problems
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Common situations
Document discovery
Trial preparation
Missing documents
Related resources
Resources and guides
Court Process Timeline Map
Process resource for summons, notices, pleadings, hearings, judgment, and enforcement milestones.
Civil ProcedureClient Document PackCivil Litigation Consultation Pack
Civil Litigation Consultation Pack: prepare Summons, Notice of motion, Pleadings and identify missing records before legal advice.
Civil ProcedureChecklistLitigation Checklist
Litigation Checklist for preparing documents, facts, dates, and questions connected to civil procedure.
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What does Discovery mean?
A litigation process where parties identify and exchange documents or records relevant to issues in the case.
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