Why You Should Attend

What do judges really think about pre-trial and trial practice? At Judges' Pet Peeves 2017: Tips from the Bench on Trial Practice, you will hear directly from the judges their views on pretrial and trial practice, as well as their observations on how lawyers can help (or sabotage) their cases.


What You Will Learn

Based on a series of hypotheticals, a panel of judges will provide practical guidance on:
•Effective pleadings
•Do's and don'ts of motion practice
•Written and oral communication with the Court
•Conducting discovery
•Best practices at trial
•Social media and its impact on litigation
•Use of expert witnesses
•Civility and ethics issues in litigation

Who Should Attend

This program will be of great interest to litigators practising in federal or state courts.


Cost: $395

Scholarships are available to attend this program. See attached application.