Includes the complete Federal Rules of Civil Procedure, Federal Rules of Evidence, Admiralty Rules, Appendix of Forms, and the Constitution of the United States, as amended through December 1, 2008. Also includes select provisions of U.S. Code Title 28, including Chapter 85 (Jurisdiction), Chapter 87 (Venue), Chapter 89 (Removal), Chapter 111 (selected General Provisions), and 131 (selected Rules of Court). Includes Federal Civil Rules Update (summarizing recent changes to the Federal Civil Rules). Handy paperback size. Comprehensive index. Full citations to source legislation and amendments. Published in January of each year just weeks after new rule changes take effect. Perfect size for courtroom or classroom use.