Levin Law Firm
a guide to your case
Plaintiff
The plaintiff is your opponent, the person or group which filed a claim against you.
Defendant
You are the defendant. Here at Levin Law Firm we are dedicated to defending your case.
Complaint
The plaintiff's lawyer writes a complaint, which is a statement formally naming the plaintiff and the defendant and also describes the lawsuit being held.
Summons
This is a document that the the defendant recieves to inform her of the charges against her and order her to court at a certain time.
Pleadings
The defendant's attorney may respond with an answer to the complaint. Together, these documents are called pleadings.
Pretrial Conference
Before the trial, the judge may hold a meeting with both parties to prepare for the trial and discover details about the case.
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Arbitration
Arbitration is the settlement of an argument. Courts have arbitrators to settle disputes.
Mediation
Mediation is when a dispute is settled through an agreement by an arbitrator.
Trial
The trial determines the guilt or innocence of the defendant. A trial is required if the opposing parties refuse to come to an agreement. The judge or jury comes to a decision after hearing first the argument of the plaintiff, then of the defendant.
Preponderance of Evidence
Preponderance of evidence is the amount of evidence needed for the civil case to be won "beyond a reasonable doubt".
Verdict
The verdict is simply the final decision concerning your case.
Appeal
If the verdict was not in your favor and you think the proceedings were unfair, you may appeal to a higher court in the hope of a different decision.