Civil litigation refers to legal disputes that do not involve criminal wrongdoings. If you are seeking something other than criminal sanctions—such as financial compensation or the dissolution of your marriage—you have a civil case on your hands. Turn to The Law Offices of Bromm, Lindahl, Freeman-Caddy & Lausterer in Wahoo, NE, to discuss your options for pursuing a non-criminal case with the help of a skilled attorney. Here, their legal experts explain the basics of civil litigation.

A Simple Guide to Civil Litigation

What Falls Under Civil Law?

A variety of practice areas and legal disputes fall under civil law, including family law, employment disputes, environmental issues, medical malpractice claims, and real estate law. A civil litigation attorney’s role will change depending on the circumstances of the case, guiding you through every step of the proceedings.

What Are the Different Phases of a Civil Lawsuit?

The first phase of most civil lawsuits is investigation. During this stage, you and your attorney will devise a strategy and build a case around it by gathering evidence to support your claim. After the investigation comes the discovery phase, which is often the longest stage of a civil suit.

During the discovery portion, you and the opposing party will exchange information through subpoenas, interrogations, and depositions. From there, you will move on to pretrial proceedings and a potential settlement. If you do not settle the case through negotiations, a trial will follow. The trial is typically the last stage—unless you and your attorney wish to file an appeal.

If you need to file a civil lawsuit, turn to a skilled attorney from The Law Offices of Bromm, Lindahl, Freeman-Caddy & Lausterer in Wahoo, NE. Check out the firm online to learn more about their civil litigation experience, and call (402) 443-3225 to schedule an initial consultation with a lawyer today.