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Berman's Florida Civil Procedure addresses civil procedure on a rule-by-rule basis, with all rules cross-referenced to modern caselaw. It includes: A comparison of Florida and federal practice; References to the local rules of each of the three federal district courts in the state; Thousands of citations to the most recent cases; Treatment of the latest procedural issues and rules amendments; Extensive coverage of Florida class-action procedures, offers of judgment, the forum non conveniens rule, and recently expanded discovery provisions; The volume contains everything new and experienced practitioners need to know, while highlighting more complex issues, including those that would benefit from further judicial clarification. It is truly a one-of-a-kind publication. Topics covered include: Initial provisions; Venue; Process, service, and time.