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Methodology and practice of solving civil law cases in preparation of the written exam.

preparation for written exam in Civil Law including conflict of laws. After a methodological introduction students participate in four mock exams (90 minutes, 120 minutes, 180 minutes, 180 minutes). All exams will be extensively discussed. The first two are subject to self-assessment, the latter two will be marked and graded. 

It is compulsory to participate in the two three hour exams. In order to successfully compete this class one of the has to be graded between 1-4. Besides, 75% attendance as well as active participation in class is required. 

Since this coures is designed specifically to prepare for the written exam, it is indispensable to prepare the sessions in advance using the recommended textbooks (e.g. Koziol/Welser, VerlagÖ).

Presentation, interactive discussion of cases.

In order to successfully complete this course, it is necessary to regularly attend all sessions and to pass at least one of the two graded tests (see content).

Students who participate in both graded test can opt to not have their final grade registered. 

Standard textbooks of civil law as well as a current text edition of the civil code and accompanying statutes.

Maximum number of students: 20. Registration deadline (February 21, 2021).

It is highly recommended to also participate in the course „AG working group on legal studies“ (# 305.271) which takes place in February 2021.

In mid-June, like last year, we will open a second registration for the summer exercise in the event that some of the students who registered in February de-register.