Frcp 1 Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

Civil Procedure Basics - Answer- 1. Law imposes limitations on the power of the courts: Defines the balance of power between the federal government and states, scope of governments power 2. Jurisdiction: a. Jurisdiction over the subject matter (court authorized by the Constitution and statutes to decide cases dealing with subject matter) b. Jurisdiction over the person (Court must have authority to direct the defendant to appear and to bind the defendant with judgment) FRCP 12 (b)(2) ...