Seattle University

Written by a student in the top 25% of the cohort who received an “A” in the class. This IRAC case brief examines the enforceability of forum-selection clauses and when contractual agreements determine the proper forum for litigation. Includes the essential facts and governing rule.

Written by a student in the top 25% of the cohort who received an “A” in the class. This IRAC case brief explains the constitutional standard for adequate notice under the Due Process Clause. Covers the facts and rule governing when service methods are reasonably calculated to provide notice.

Written by a student in the top 25% of the cohort who received an “A” in the class. A comprehensive analysis of the Supreme Court’s decision in Ashcroft v. Iqbal, which expanded the plausibility pleading standard established in Twombly. These notes explain the two-step framework courts use when evaluating motions to dismiss under Rule 12(b)(6), distinguish factual allegations from legal conclusions, and demonstrate how Iqbal fundamentally changed federal pleading requirements. Includes the...

Written by a student in the top 25% of the cohort who received an “A” in the class. Covers historical notice pleading standard and its evolution into the modern plausibility standard.

Written by a student in the top 25% of the cohort who received an “A” in the class. Covers the constitutional right to appointed counsel in civil proceedings.

Written by a student in the top 25% of the cohort who received an “A” in the class. Complete explanation of the landmark decision establishing the right to counsel in criminal prosecutions.

Written by a student in the top 25% of the cohort who received an “A” in the class. Complete explanation of the landmark due process case involving prejudgment wage garnishing and procedural protections.

Written by a student in the top 25% of the cohort who received an “A” in the class. Complete explanation of the Supreme Court’s clarification of specific jurisdiction and the “arise out of or relate to” doctrine.

Written by a student in the top 25% of the cohort who received an “A” in the class. Complete explanation procedural due process requirements before termination of government benefits.

Written by a student in the top 25% of the cohort who received an “A” in the class. Complete explanation of the three factor balancing test used throughout constitutional due process analysis.