This document outlines the syllabus for a course on Drafting, Pleading and Conveyancing. The course aims to develop students' legal drafting skills through various assignments involving pleadings, petitions, injunctions and other documents. It covers 11 units over 3 hours each, exploring topics like plaint drafting, written statements, temporary injunctions, writ petitions, divorce petitions and more. For each topic, basic and advanced reading materials are provided, mostly including legal drafting examples. The teaching methods involve discussion, demonstration, inquiry-based learning and the Socratic method. The overall goal is to help students apply laws related to civil, criminal and contract matters in their legal drafting.
This document outlines the syllabus for a course on Drafting, Pleading and Conveyancing. The course aims to develop students' legal drafting skills through various assignments involving pleadings, petitions, injunctions and other documents. It covers 11 units over 3 hours each, exploring topics like plaint drafting, written statements, temporary injunctions, writ petitions, divorce petitions and more. For each topic, basic and advanced reading materials are provided, mostly including legal drafting examples. The teaching methods involve discussion, demonstration, inquiry-based learning and the Socratic method. The overall goal is to help students apply laws related to civil, criminal and contract matters in their legal drafting.
This document outlines the syllabus for a course on Drafting, Pleading and Conveyancing. The course aims to develop students' legal drafting skills through various assignments involving pleadings, petitions, injunctions and other documents. It covers 11 units over 3 hours each, exploring topics like plaint drafting, written statements, temporary injunctions, writ petitions, divorce petitions and more. For each topic, basic and advanced reading materials are provided, mostly including legal drafting examples. The teaching methods involve discussion, demonstration, inquiry-based learning and the Socratic method. The overall goal is to help students apply laws related to civil, criminal and contract matters in their legal drafting.
This document outlines the syllabus for a course on Drafting, Pleading and Conveyancing. The course aims to develop students' legal drafting skills through various assignments involving pleadings, petitions, injunctions and other documents. It covers 11 units over 3 hours each, exploring topics like plaint drafting, written statements, temporary injunctions, writ petitions, divorce petitions and more. For each topic, basic and advanced reading materials are provided, mostly including legal drafting examples. The teaching methods involve discussion, demonstration, inquiry-based learning and the Socratic method. The overall goal is to help students apply laws related to civil, criminal and contract matters in their legal drafting.
SVKM’s Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies
Name of School – Kirit P. Mehta School of Law
Program: B.A., LL.B. (Hons.) 8101 & B. B.A., LL.B. (Hons.) 8102 Semester: VI Module: Drafting, Pleading and Conveyancing (Clinical) Module Code: Teaching Scheme Evaluation Scheme Lecture Practical Tutorial Internal Continuous (Hours (Hours (Hours Term End Credit Assessment (ICA) per per per week) Examinations (TEE) (Marks - 100) week) week) 4 0 0 4 Marks Scaled to 100 - Pre-requisite: Basic Understanding of Civil Procedure Code, 1908, Indian Contract Act, 1872, Criminal and Family Laws. Course Objectives • Undertaking various drafting assignments under various substantial and procedural laws. • Understanding and appreciating various drafting skills used in day-to-day course of litigation, transactional, advisory and consultation works in law. • Understanding the contemporary impact of Covid-19 Pandemic on drafting of contracts. Course Learning Outcomes: • To demonstrate ability to interpret provisions of civil, criminal, family and contract laws in relation to importance of their use in legal drafting (PLO 1a) • To develop strategies, interconnect issues and provide suggestions through the skill of drafting for effective implementation of laws with allied subjects (PLO 3b (BBA)) • To develop drafting skills in order to identify and implement ethical approaches to independent legal thinking (PLO 4a) Detailed Syllabus: (per session plan) Unit Description: Duration 1. Understanding the Skill of Drafting 3 Hrs Topic Details: Basics of Legal Drafting, Role of Drafts and Forms, Concept of Case File Reading Material (Basic): Techniques of Legal Drafting: A Survival Manual by Peter N. Swisher, University of Richmond https://core.ac.uk/download/pdf/232755097.pdf Reading Material (Advance): Introduction to Legal Drafting by David E. Pierce, Washburn University School of Law https://www.washburnlaw.edu/profiles/faculty/activity/_fulltext/pierce- david-2008-introductiontolegaldrafting.pdf Pedagogy: Discussion Method 2. Introduction to Pleadings 3 Hrs Topic Details: Plaints – CPC Order Mapping and Practice Reading Material (Basic): Drafting Skills and Rules http://www.jiwaji.edu/pdf/ecourse/law/Drafting%20Rules%20&%20Skills .pdf Reading Material (Advance): DRAFTS 1) Plaint 01: Plaint in a suit against a magazine editor for Defamation 2) Plaint 02: Plaint for damages for Malicious Prosecution 3) Self – Assignment 01: Plaint 03: Plaint for Interpleader Suit SVKM’s Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies Name of School – Kirit P. Mehta School of Law Pedagogy: Demonstration Method, Inquiry – Based Learning
3. Introduction to Pleadings 3 Hrs
Topic Details: Written Statement – CPC Order Mapping and Practice Reading Material (Basic): DRAFTS 1) Written Statement in a suit based on contractual of personal service http://lawfaculty.du.ac.in/files/course_material/Old_Course_Materi al/LB%20502%20Drafting,%20Pleadings,%20Full%20Material%20.pdf 2) Self – Assignment 02: Written Statement on Plaint 01 Reading Material (Advance): Written Statement, Counter – Claim and Set – Off http://www.tnsja.tn.gov.in/article/Written%20St%20etc%20GRSJ.pdf Pedagogy: Demonstration Method, Inquiry – Based Learning 4. Introduction to Pleadings 3 Hrs Topic Details: Analysis of Written Statement filed in Delhi High Court Reading Material (Basic): The Chancellor, Masters and Scholars of the University of Oxford & Ors. Versus Rameshwari Photocopy Service & Anr. https://spicyip.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/Written-Statement- DU.pdf Reading Material (Advance): Detail Analysis on Order VIII of CPC and Written Statement in Reliance General Insurance Co. Ltd Versus Colonial Life Insurance Company https://bombayhighcourt.nic.in/generatepdf.php?bhcpar=cGF0aD0uL3dyaXRlc mVhZGRhdGEvZGF0YS9qdWRnZW1lbnRzLzIwMjEvJmZuYW1lPTI3MzkwMD AwNTQzMjAxOV80LnBkZiZzbWZsYWc9TiZyanVkZGF0ZT0mdXBsb2FkZHQ9 MTgvMDIvMjAyMSZzcGFzc3BocmFzZT0yNDA2MjEyMTI1Mzk= Pedagogy: Socratic Method 5. Introduction to Temporary Injunctions 3 Hrs Topic Details: Concept and Drafting Reading Material (Basic): Concept of Temporary Injunctions http://mja.gov.in/Site/Upload/GR/Title%20NO.119(As%20Per%20Worksh op%20List%20title%20no119%20pdf).pdf Reading Material (Advance): DRAFT Temporary Injunction under Order XXXIX, Rule 1 and 2 read with Section 151 of CPC, 1908 (Page 19) http://lawfaculty.du.ac.in/files/course_material/Old_Course_Material/LB %20502%20Drafting,%20Pleadings,%20Full%20Material%20.pdf Pedagogy: Demonstration Method, Inquiry – Based Learning 6. Introduction to Criminal Writ Petitions 3 Hrs Topic Details: Writ of Habeas Corpus Reading Material (Basic): Basic Analysis of Article 32 and 226 http://www.mcrhrdi.gov.in/crashcourse/presentations/SG%2008%20- %20Artcile%2032%20&%20226.pdf Reading Material (Advance): DRAFT SVKM’s Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies Name of School – Kirit P. Mehta School of Law Writ of Habeas Corpus in Veetu Thokchom Versus Govt. of NCT of Delhi, 2019 https://hrln.org/uploads/2019/03/20190216-habeas-corpus.pdf Pedagogy: Demonstration Method, Inquiry – Based Learning 7. Introduction to Civil Writ Petitions 3 Hrs Topic Details: Writ of Mandamus in the wake of Covid-19 Pandemic Reading Material (Basic): Basic Analysis of Article 32 and 226 http://www.mcrhrdi.gov.in/crashcourse/presentations/SG%2008%20- %20Artcile%2032%20&%20226.pdf Reading Material (Advance): DRAFT Writ of Mandamus in the wake of Covid-19 Pandemic (Reepak Kansal Versus Union of India and Others, 2021) https://main.sci.gov.in/supremecourt/2021/11514/11514_2021_36_1503_28 108_Judgement_30-Jun-2021.pdf Pedagogy: Demonstration Method, Inquiry – Based Learning 8. Introduction to Divorce Petition 3 Hrs Topic Details: Petition for Dissolution of Marriage by a Decree of Divorce under Section 13 of Hindu Marriage Act, 1955 Reading Material (Basic): Section 13-14 of Hindu Marriage Act, 1955 https://indiankanoon.org/doc/1284729/ https://indiankanoon.org/doc/205162/ Reading Material (Advance): DRAFT Divorce Petition (Page 46) http://lawfaculty.du.ac.in/files/course_material/Old_Course_Material/LB %20502%20Drafting,%20Pleadings,%20Full%20Material%20.pdf Pedagogy: Demonstration Method, Inquiry – Based Learning 9. Introduction to Special Leave Petition – Criminal 3 Hrs Topic Details: Petition for Special Leave to Appeal under article 136 of the constitution of India Reading Material (Basic): Special Leave Petitions in Indian Judicial System https://www.lawsenate.com/publications/articles/special-leave-petition-slp.pdf Reading Material (Advance): DRAFT Petition for Special Leave to Appeal under article 136 of the constitution of India (Page 73) http://lawfaculty.du.ac.in/files/course_material/Old_Course_Material/LB%2 0502%20Drafting,%20Pleadings,%20Full%20Material%20.pdf Pedagogy: Demonstration Method, Inquiry – Based Learning 10. Introduction to Drafts and Documents in Criminal Law 3 Hrs Topic Details: Application for Grant of Anticipatory Bail under Section 438 of Code of Criminal Procedure Code, 1973 Reading Material (Basic): Bail, Anticipatory Bail, Mandatory Bail & Bail after conviction by Justice M. Sreenu https://districts.ecourts.gov.in/sites/default/files/6- Bail%20Anticipatory%20Bails%20-%20Sri%20M%20Sreenu.pdf SVKM’s Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies Name of School – Kirit P. Mehta School of Law Reading Material (Advance): DRAFT Application for Grant of Anticipatory Bail under Section 438 of Code of Criminal Procedure Code, 1973 (Page 81) http://lawfaculty.du.ac.in/files/course_material/Old_Course_Material/LB %20502%20Drafting,%20Pleadings,%20Full%20Material%20.pdf Pedagogy: Demonstration Method, Inquiry – Based Learning 11. Introduction to Mixed Drafting 3 Hrs Topic Details: Complaint under Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881 Reading Material (Basic): Section 138 of NIA – A ‘Civil Sheep’ in a ‘Criminal Wolf’s Clothing’ – Quasi – Criminal in nature https://www.livelaw.in/top-stories/section-138-ni-act-civil-sheep-criminal- wolfs-clothing-quasi-criminal-supreme-court-170547 Reading Material (Advance): DRAFT Complaint under Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881 (Page 83) http://lawfaculty.du.ac.in/files/course_material/Old_Course_Material/LB %20502%20Drafting,%20Pleadings,%20Full%20Material%20.pdf Pedagogy: Socratic Method, Demonstration Method 12. Introduction to Opinion Drafting 3 Hrs Topic Details: Understanding Legal Opinions and their drafting Reading Material (Basic): Drafting of Opinions by Noorul Hassan, Partner, Lakshmikumaran & Sridharan Attorneys https://icsi.edu/media/filer_public/de/2c/de2cf4f4-b052-42a8-8877- 4ff9970af205/csnoorul_hassan_drafting_of_opinions.pdf Reading Material (Advance): Sample Legal Opinion https://www.lowcarboncontracts.uk/sites/default/files/master_model_for m_legal_opinion_february_2015_0.pdf Pedagogy: Demonstration Method, Inquiry – Based Learning 13. Introduction to Show Cause Notices and Replies 3 Hrs Topic Details: Drafting of Show Cause Notices & Replies Reading Material (Basic): • Drafting of Show Cause https://www.tgct.gov.in/tgportal/staffcollege/DR%20ACTOs%2017.01.2020 %20to%2018.02.2020/February%20- %202020%20%20PDF's/08.02.2020,%20S.Shantha%20Kumari%20Madam,%20 Appellate%20Joint%20Commissioner(ST),%20Drafting%20of%20Show- Cause%20Notices.pdf • How to draft reply to SCN and appeals, CA Vasant K. Bhat, Hiregange and Associates, CA Reading Material (Advance): Draft Reply to Legal Notice by Alternative Law Forum https://thewire.in/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/Reply-to-legal-notice.pdf Pedagogy: Demonstration Method, Inquiry – Based Learning SVKM’s Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies Name of School – Kirit P. Mehta School of Law 14. Contemporary Nuances of Legal Drafting 3 Hrs Topic Details: What is force majeure? The legal term everyone should know during Covid-19 crisis (https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/small-biz/legal/what-is-force- majeure-the-legal-term-everyone-should-know-during-covid-19- crisis/articleshow/75152196.cms ) Reading Material (Basic): Covid-19 – A force majeure event or simply a Pandemic? By Kochhar & Co. http://www.kochhar.com/pdf/A_force_majeure_event.pdf Reading Material (Advance): These Lawyers are demystifying Legal Jargon to help Mumbaikars understand their rights during Covid-19 https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/mumbai/these-lawyers-are- demystifying-legal-jargon-to-help-mumbaikars-understand-their-rights- during-covid-19/articleshow/83944341.cms Pedagogy: Discussion Method 15. Introduction to Contract Drafting 3 Hrs. Topic Details: Concept of Boiler Plate, Overview of Standard Provisions and their drafting style, Basic Language Guide Reading Material (Basic): Basic Principles of Contract Drafting by Chris Goddard, Amy Fellner and Rue – Ann Ormand https://www.ulapland.fi/loader.aspx?id=60a15dd5-ebc6-4d06-a730- c363a4cf4327 Reading Material (Advance): Commercial Contract Drafting and Review Checklist by Lexis Nexis https://www.lexisnexis.com/supp/largelaw/no- index/coronavirus/commercial-transactions/commercial-transactions- commercial-contract-drafting-and-review-checklist.pdf Pedagogy: Discussion Method, Inquiry Based Learning 16. Introduction to Contract Drafting 3 Hrs Topic Details: Contractual Agreements as a source to mitigate legal gaps Reading Material (Basic): SVOD Licensing Agreement between Netflix and Sony Pictures https://wikileaks.org/sony/docs/03_03/Legal_Dept/Corporate%20Legal/B rownHanna%20share/Agreements/Netflix%20(Netflix%20Inc.%20and%20N etflix%20Luxembourg%20S.a%20r.l)/US%20- %202014%20Animation%20Agreement/Netflix%20- %20SVOD%20License%20Agreement%20for%20Animated%20Pictures%20- %20FULLY%20EXECUTED.pdf Reading Material (Advance): Manual on Drafting of Commercial Contracts and Agreements by CA Pramod Patel, Adukia & Associates http://www.caaa.in/Image/29ucommagrmntshb.pdf Pedagogy: Discussion Method, Inquiry Based Learning SVKM’s Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies Name of School – Kirit P. Mehta School of Law 17. Introduction to Conveyancing 3 Hrs Topic Details: Concept of Conveyancing and its evolution over time, Deed and its components, Overlaps with Real Estate Law Reading Material (Basic): Part B – Conveyancing, Page 98-118 http://lawfaculty.du.ac.in/files/course_material/V_Term/502%20- %20Drafting,%20Pleadings,%20and%20Conveyancing%20(1).pdf Reading Material (Advance): A Practical Approach to Conveyancing, Robert Abey & Mark Richards, Oxford University Press, 2016 (Page 50-72) Pedagogy: Discussion Method, Inquiry Based Learning 18. Introduction to Conveyancing 3 Hrs Topic Details: Understanding a Sale Deed/ Agreement of Sale with references to FSI, TDR and BMC Development Plan in Mumbai Reading Material (Basic): Concept of Transfer of Development Rights in India, by Deepak Kumar and Ankita Dubey http://www.itpi.org.in/uploads/article/Concepts_TDR_Article%20docx.pdf Reading Material (Advance): The Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act, 2016 https://up-rera.in/pdf/reraact.pdf ; Development Plan for Greater Mumbai 2014-2034 http://www.udri.org/pdf/02%20working%20paper%201.pdf Pedagogy: Mock Client Session 19. Introduction to Conveyancing 3 Hrs Topic Details: Notice of Ejectment through Advocate (Section 106 of Transfer of Property Act, 1882) Reading Material (Basic): Section 106 of Transfer of Property Act, 1882 https://indiankanoon.org/doc/80042/ Reading Material (Advance): Notice of Ejectment through Advocate, Page 148 http://lawfaculty.du.ac.in/files/course_material/Old_Course_Material/LB %20502%20Drafting,%20Pleadings,%20Full%20Material%20.pdf Pedagogy: Demonstration Method, Inquiry – Based Learning
20. Contemporary Trends in Legal Drafting 3 Hrs
Topic Details: What to avoid when drafting Modern legal Documents? Reading Material (Basic): Modern Legal Drafting – A guide to use Clearer Language, Peter Butt & Richard Castle, Cambridge University Press (127-166) Reading Material (Advance): Aspen Handbook for Legal Writers – A Practical Reference, Wolters Kluwer, 2021 https://www.google.co.in/books/edition/Aspen_Handbook_for_Legal_Wri ters/- toXEAAAQBAJ?hl=en&gbpv=1&dq=legal+writing+redundancy&pg=PA137 &printsec=frontcover Pedagogy: Discussion Method, Inquiry – Based Learning Total 60 Hrs SVKM’s Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies Name of School – Kirit P. Mehta School of Law Text Books: 1. Drafting, Pleading and Conveyancing, Faculty of Law, University of Delhi, July, 2020. http://lawfaculty.du.ac.in/files/course_material/V_Term/502%20- %20Drafting,%20Pleadings,%20and%20Conveyancing%20(1).pdf 2. Drafting, Pleading and Appearances, The Institute of Company Secretaries of India, June 2020. https://www.icsi.edu/media/webmodules/FINAL%20DAP%20BOOK%2005-02-2020.pdf Reference Books: 1. Legal Drafting by Design – A Unified Approach by Richard K. Neumann Jr. and J. Lyn Entrikin, Wolters Kluwer, 2018. https://www.google.co.in/books/edition/Legal_Drafting_by_Design/DwtNDwAAQB AJ?hl=en&gbpv=1&dq=legal+drafting&printsec=frontcover 2. A Practical Approach to Conveyancing, Robert Abey & Mark Richards, Oxford University Press, 2016. https://www.pbookshop.com/media/filetype/s/p/1437805572.pdf Any other information : Total Marks of Internal Continuous Assessment (ICA): 100 Marks Distribution of ICA Marks: Description of ICA Marks
Workbook Submission 50 Marks
Presentation 25 Marks Viva – Voce 25 Marks Total Marks : 100 Marks
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