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Court procedures generally refers to the strict processes and procedures the parties to a civil lawsuit must follow during the pretrial, trial, and posttrial phases of civil litigation. These procedures are usually defined and set forth in detail in the applicable rules of civil procedure, rules of court, and local rules.

In Arkansas, court procedures for civil litigation are governed by the Arkansas Rules of Civil Procedure, which outline the processes to be followed from the pretrial phase through to the posttrial phase. These rules cover various aspects such as filing complaints, serving documents, discovery, motions, hearings, and trials. Additionally, the Arkansas Supreme Court provides rules of court that may include administrative procedures and guidelines for the conduct of court business. Local rules may also be in place for specific judicial districts, which can address more detailed or localized practices within those courts. Parties involved in civil litigation must adhere to these rules to ensure their case is heard and to avoid potential sanctions or dismissal of their case for procedural noncompliance.

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Civil litigation

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Civil litigation

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