Appellate Advocacy will give you real-world insight into effective appellate advocacy. Attendees will learn about all aspects of the appellate process, from things to do (and not to do) in the trial court, to strategies and techniques for persuasive brief writing and oral argument, to how and when to seek amicus support, to the rehearing and certiorari processes.

This program will be of interest to attorneys who need to learn basic techniques of appellate litigation, experienced practitioners who would like to improve their skills in appellate advocacy, and in-house counsel who want to be able to better manage appellate litigation handled by outside counsel.

Topics Include
Strategic choices, and common issues to watch for, in the trial court
How to be an effective advocate - both in brief writing and in oral argument
Soliciting amici and preparing amicus briefs
The rehearing and certiorari process

Cost: $795
(Scholarships are available to attend this program. See attached application.)