Comprehensive Flashcards
Domicile means ( __+__)
current dwelling + intent to remain indefinitely
what is the requirement to have “diversity jurisdiction?”
Either:
- citizens of different states; OR
- citizens of a state and a foreign country;
AND
- amount of controversy exceeds $75,000
what are the two actions that cannot be brought in federal court under diversity jurisdiction?
probate, domestic relatioms
Generally, what type of diversity is required?
complete diversity
what must be satisfied for complete diversity between parties of different states?
none of the Ps are in same state as the Ds
all plaintiffs are different state from all defendants
to satisfy diversity, can the plaintiff’s state overlap w/ each other?
yes.
3 circumstances where “minimal” diversity is allwoed
federal interpleader act
class action w/ 100+ members & $5M
interstate mass tort w/ 75+ natural persons have died in one accident
for individuals, which state do they have citizenship in?
where they are domiciled
In diversity jurisdiction, if there is a “representative”, which state controls? Exceptions?
citizenship of the representative will control
exception:
- if decedent is involved, decedent’s state controls
- if minor/incompetent, they’re citizenship controls
Citizenship regarding “Class action”
citizenship of the representative or named party in the class action controls
citizenship of “corporation” is:
- where the corporation is incorporated; AND
- where it has its *PPOB (aka nerve center) - where CEO’s office is located
citizenship of “partnerships/unincorported associations”
every state where members are citizens
What type of action is permitted to create or Destroy diversity? exception?
moving or assignment of claim
as long as it’s not a SHAM, not PARTIAL assignment
under what circumstance can there be an aggregate of claims to meet the AIC?
only if : “one P v. one D”-> plaintiff can aggregate all her claims to exceed $75K
multiple Ps or multiple Ds NOT allowed
what are the 2 ways to get into federal court?
- plaintiff directly files
- removal by defendant
2 main types of federal SMJ
- federal question
- diversity
Who can remove (bring to fed court?)
defendant only
if there are multiple defendants, what must be done for a proper removal?
*all defendants must consent
what are two additional requirements for proper removal, compared to requirement for being in federal court in the first place?
1) must be removed within 1 year from when the state court action commenced (unless BF by P)
2) D(s) is not a citizen of the state where claim is brought
“same case or controversy means:
all claims arise out of the same transaction or occurence
What does “supplemental jurisdiction” allow?
what’s basic requirement?
a claim is allowed in federal court that normally not allowed in.
- “same transaction and occurence”
Define “compulsory counterclaim”
- effect if brought by D? by P?
a claim that arises out of the same transaction or occurrence as the opposing party’s claim.
If brought by D, most likely able to come in (regardless of whether it meats the condition individually)
If brought my P, most likely NOT able to come in, since it will be subject to all the exception for when plaintiff brings claims for supplimental jurisdiction
Define “permissive counterclaim”
- what needs to be done to be heard by fed court?
a claim by an opposing party that does NOT arise out of the same transaction or occurrence
must satisfy diversity jurisdiction independently (i.e. complete diversity + $75k)
a “cross claim” can satisfy supplemental jurisdiction if: (2)
it arises out of the same transaction or occurrence as the anchor claim; AND
asserted by D (not P)
what type of jurisdiction should I watch out for claim being brought my a plaintiff?
Under supplemental jurisdiction
how to bring a federal question case under supplemental jurisdiction
if it arises under the same transaction or occurrence -> can come in
how will a compulsory claim be admitted in as supplemental jurisdiction
as long as it arises out of same transaction of occurrence as anchor claim
In what situation can a plaintiff bring a claim under supplemental jurisdiction?
against a *single defendant
what are the ways to satisfy “general” In Personam jurisdiction?
- Through personal service
- while D is physically present in the state
- if D voluntarily and knowingly in the state
Exception: if there through fraud, force, or only there bc of summons - If D is domiciled in that state
- if D consents (express/implied/through agent)
- For corporation: where it’s “at home”
- PPOB or state of incorporation
What are 2 important questions to ask in all “personal jurisdiction” cases?
- has the basis for exercising PJ over an out-of-D been “authorized by statute” or “by rule of court”?;
AND - is the particular basis for exercising PJ permitted by the due-process clause of the US constitution?
Can PJ be waived?
yes
How can a D waive PJ?
voluntarily litigating in the state
when must the lack of PJ be raised?
when must issue of improper venue be raised?
first opportunity
(pre-answer motion or answer, whichever gets filed first)
3 types of PJ
In Personam
In rem
Quasi In Rem
To satisfy PJ through “In Personam Jurisdiction” must asks:
whether there is “minimum contact” between D and the state. meaning, are there sufficient contact bt D and forum so that it would be consistent with the “traditional notions of fair play and substantial justice” to sue the D there?
courts look to see whether the D purposefully associated himself w/the forum in some way
Difference bt General PJ and Specific PJ?
general: allows P to assert any claim against D
specific: P claim must “arise out of/directly relate to” the D’s contact w/ the forum.
Federal Rules for service include:
- in-hand personal delivery
- leaving summons @ D’s dwelling w/ a person of suitable age & discretion;
- delivery of summons to an authorized agent;
- for persons in foreign countries, through registered mail with return receipt requested
When, if any, is service made by publication
in in rem actions, and when this is the best they can do to serve
when can a pleading be amended “as of right”?
within 21 of the service of the pleading; or w/I 21 days of the D’s response (if there is one)
Other then by “as of right” what other way can an amendment be allowed?
by leave of court
- must be freely given, but judge can deny for a good reason
For there to be a “federal question jurisdiction”, where should the federal question exist?
in the face of the plaintiff’s well-pleaded complaint
Define: Doctrine of Relation Back
An amendment of a pleading that usually would be barred due to SOL would be allowed under Relation Back, if timing of the original pleading was timely. (within the SOL)
2 requirements for Relation Back to be proper:
Amendment concerns the same conduct, transaction, or occurrence as the original pleading
- the amendment cannot “surprise” a party. must have NOTICE
What consequences might an attorney be ordered to bear if filing was improper?
cost of baseless or improper filings
What’s a “necessary party”?
someone’s present is necessary for a just adjudication
Under Permissive Joinder, what 2 things must be satisfied to add additional plaintiffs?
1) the P’s claim must arise out of the “same transaction or occurrence; AND
2) there’s a common question of law or fact
(must have SMJ though!)
Under Permissive Joinder, what 2 things must be satisfied to add additional defendants?
1) the claim against them must arise out of the “same transaction or occurrence; AND
2) there’s a common question of law or fact
(must have SMJ)
what’s a pre-requisite that MUST be satisfied prior to joining parties?
SMJ
What is “compulsory” joinder?
must join in oder for claim to proceed
In order for a necessary party to join under compulsory jurisdiction, what must be true?
joinder is feasible
Under compulsory jurisdiction, “feasible” means
1) it will not deprive the court of SMJ; and
2) the court can assert PJ over the necessary party
Define: “Interpleader”
a way to bring everyone in so resolve competing claims to the same property
In order to meet the requirement for “Interpleader”
- jurisdictional $
- venue
- diversity
jurisdictional amount: $500 or more
Diversity: minimal diversity
venue: anywhere where any claimant resides
when must diversity have existed to bring diversity jurisdiction?
at time of filing*
bases for amount in controversy of $75K is based on :
good faith allegation
Diversity Jurisdiction
- must be complete diversity
- all plaintiffs are diff from all defendants
- AIC is based on good faith allegation
removal based on diversity jurisdiction requires:
D does not reside in the state where action is brought
“general” In Personnel jurisdiction can be achieved by:
- service while D is physically in the state knowingly, and voluntarily
- if D is domiciled in state
- if D consents (implied if not raising the issue)
For corporation:
- if “at home” meaning PPoB or state if incorporation.