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Civil litigation process template

A civil claim follows a long road from the first dispute to judgment, and most cases leave it early by settling. This board draws the road in three rows: pre-action, case management and trial. Each of the fifteen stops shows a typical time limit, green exits show where cases commonly settle, and boxes on the right give a rough idea of spend by the end of each row.

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Civil litigation process example showing fifteen stages from dispute to enforcement, typical time limits under each stage, settlement exits and spend by phase
Everything in this example is editable. Replace the labels, move the shapes and adapt the layout to your work.

How to use this template

  1. Walk the road with the client

    Use the board to explain what happens next and how long it usually takes. It helps set expectations early.

  2. Mark the exits

    Show where settlement is realistic, such as after the letter before claim or at mediation, and what an offer could look like.

  3. Track spend and time

    Update the spend boxes as the case moves on, so decisions about settling are made with the real costs in view.

Questions about this template

What do the settlement points on the board mark?

They show where in the 15 steps cases commonly settle, such as after the letter before claim or at mediation. Move or add them to suit your own case.

Do I need an account to use it?

No. Open the template and edit it in your browser. Your work saves on this device. An account is optional if you want to sync your workspace.

Can I export the finished diagram?

Yes. Use Export in the editor to save a PNG, SVG or PDF, or download an editable .epicdraw backup.

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