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Civil Trial: Everything You Need to Know November 25, 2020
November 25, 2020 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Program Description
Have you perfected your process of trial procedure into an art of war? In this ultimate guide, you’ll learn how to smoothly apply the state and local rules to your case and take your civil courtroom presentation skills to the next level. It doesn’t matter whether you’re plaintiff or defense, seasoned or aspiring; this complete guide will hone your trial skills and give you the competitive edge. Order today!
Course Content
Day 1
- Amendments to State Civil Rules You Need to Know
- The New Federal Rules of Civil Procedure
- Applying the Washington and Local Rules of Civil Court Procedure to Your Case
- Civil Court Judge Pet-Peeves You Need to Know
- Pleadings, Persuasive Briefs and Protocol When You Arrive in Court: Practical Pointers
- How to Get Your Evidence Admitted (and Keep Theirs Out)
- When and How to Present Exhibits and Witness Lists: Process, Procedure and Practical Pointers
- Creatively Using Motions in Limine in Civil Litigation
- Voir Dire and Jury Selection: Research, Precise Juror Questions and Strategic Use of Challenges
Day 2
- The Art of Civil Trial Objections (and Responses)
- The Tactical Discussion of Damages at Trial: Tips for Winning Over the Judge and/or Jury
- Influential Opening Statements That Make an Impact
- Creative Case Themes: Strategies of Seasoned Litigators
- Winning Cross Examination Concepts; Direct Examination; Witness Testimony Techniques
- Closing Statements That Get Attention; Jury Instructions
- Ethical Considerations
Agenda / Content Covered
Day 1
- Amendments to State Civil Rules You Need to Know
9:00 – 9:30, Lish Whitson - The New Federal Rules of Civil Procedure
9:30 – 10:00, Lish Whitson - Applying the Washington and Local Rules of Civil Court Procedure to Your Case
10:00 – 10:30, Martin J. Pujolar - Civil Court Judge Pet-Peeves You Need to Know
10:45 – 11:15, Hon. Ken Schubert - Pleadings, Persuasive Briefs and Protocol When You Arrive in Court: Practical Pointers
11:15 – 12:00, Dennis J. McGlothin - How to Get Your Evidence Admitted (and Keep Theirs Out)
1:00 – 1:45, Ida L. Williamson - When and How to Present Exhibits and Witness Lists: Process, Procedure and Practical Pointers
1:45 – 2:30, Ida L. Williamson - Creatively Using Motions in Limine in Civil Litigation
2:45 – 3:30, Eric J. Neal - Voir Dire and Jury Selection: Research, Precise Juror Questions and Strategic Use of Challenges
3:30 – 4:30, Dr. Glenn Kuper
Day 2
- The Art of Civil Trial Objections (and Responses)
9:00 – 9:30, Todd Gardner - The Tactical Discussion of Damages at Trial: Tips for Winning Over the Judge and/or Jury
9:30 – 10:00, Todd Gardner - Influential Opening Statements That Make an Impact
10:00 – 10:45, Dr. Glenn Kuper - Creative Case Themes: Strategies of Seasoned Litigators
11:00 – 12:00, Dr. Glenn Kuper - Winning Cross Examination Concepts; Direct Examination; Witness Testimony Techniques
1:00 – 2:00, Aaron V. Rocke - Closing Statements That Get Attention; Jury Instructions
2:00 – 3:15, Anthony D. Gipe - Ethical Considerations
3:30 – 4:30, Ahmad Khalaf- Rules of Professional Conduct
- Handling Highly Prejudicial Evidence
- Talking to Witnesses Before They Testify
- Identifying and Avoiding Conflicts of Interest
- Responding to Jurors’ Questions During Voir Dire
- Candor Toward the Tribunal