Litigation & Appeals CLE Courses
NBI offers a complete library of Litigation & Appeals CLE courses addressing key legal issues, developments, and leading practices for attorneys in all stages of their practice.
- North Carolina CLE97
- Alabama CLE123
- Alaska CLE222
- Arizona CLE229
- Arkansas CLE157
- California CLE234
- Colorado CLE223
- Connecticut CLE237
- Delaware CLE222
- Florida CLE202
- Georgia CLE124
- Hawaii CLE222
- Idaho CLE224
- Illinois CLE230
- Indiana CLE162
- Iowa CLE161
- Kansas CLE174
- Kentucky CLE169
- Louisiana CLE162
- Maine CLE223
- Minnesota CLE223
- Mississippi CLE158
- Missouri CLE233
- Montana CLE228
- Nebraska CLE224
- Nevada CLE228
- New Hampshire CLE223
- New Jersey CLE162
- New Mexico CLE229
- New York CLE257
- North Dakota CLE224
- Northern Mariana Islands CLE222
- Ohio CLE110
- Oklahoma CLE227
- Oregon CLE227
- Pennsylvania CLE249
- Rhode Island CLE181
- South Carolina CLE117
- Tennessee CLE152
- Texas CLE143
- Utah CLE115
- Vermont CLE222
- Virginia CLE135
- Washington CLE226
- West Virginia CLE225
- Wisconsin CLE161
- Wyoming CLE155
- California MCLE Paralegal2
- Delaware Certified Paralegal Program2
- Florida Registered Paralegal2
- Indiana Paralegal CLE2
- Montana CLE Credit for Paralegals2
- NFPA3
- New Mexico Paralegal Division, State Bar of2
- North Carolina Continuing Paralegal Education4
- Ohio Certified Paralegals2
- Texas State Bar of Paralegal Division2
Judicial ForumNC SpecificNorth Carolina Civil Court Judges Discuss Trial Practice
Hearing what acting judges prefer to see in their courtrooms to make the gears of justice move more smoothly is invaluable to every attorney: veteran and novice alike. This unique forum offers a candid discussion between current state civil court judges on what they see in their practice, what works, and what they'd prefer attorneys avoid. Build your credibility - register today! Walk through the key steps of the litigation process with commentary from the sitting judges. Determine what cooperation between opposing counsel realistically means to judges. Get guidance on clearly communicating your position in writing and at hearings. Find new efficiencies in court technology and remote hearings: hear what works and what slows things down needlessly. Give the decision makers everything they need to make the ruling.
Recorded December 06, 2024.OnDemand3 hours 1 minute
Litigation & AppealsNC SpecificLitigating Civil Cases in North Carolina From Start to Finish
Don't miss this opportunity to develop practical skills in civil litigation! In this online seminar, veteran attorney faculty will provide you with real-world insights and concrete instruction. From initial filings to trial, uncover best practices that will help you work your way to a favorable case resolution. Learn how to be an effective advocate for your clients in civil proceedings - register today! Hear top words of advice on motions, discovery, jury selection, and other select issues. Discover how to spruce up your motion practice skills. Get the evidence you need during discovery and learn how to get it admitted. Learn how to prove the authenticity of social media posts, text messages, and more. Ask the right questions in voir dire to effectively ferret out juror biases and attitudes. Develop your case presentation skills for trial, from opening statements to closing arguments. Examine key ethics traps and receive practical guidance for complying with the rules.
Recorded December 06, 2024.OnDemand5 hours 52 minutes
Litigation & AppealsNC Specific4.77North Carolina Civil Trial Skills
Countless hours in building a solid case theme and supporting it with admissible evidence are about to crescendo in the all-or-nothing storytelling contest. Are you ready? In this online seminar, experienced trial attorneys will reveal their hard-won insights and show you how to deliver your side of the case to the decision-makers with clarity, persuasion, and force. Gain the edge with these tried-and-true trial skills - register today! Prepare a trial notebook that provides all the documents and info you need at a moment's notice. Learn how to flush out jurors' true biases and attitudes during voir dire. Discover the recipe for opening statements that resonate with jurors. Get practical pointers on introducing exhibits and responding to objections. Refine your direct and cross-examination skills with tips from veteran trial attorneys. Make the most of your last arguments before the jury head into deliberations.
Recorded December 14, 2023.OnDemand5 hours 49 minutes
Litigation & AppealsNC SpecificHow to Lay a Foundation to Get Your Evidence Introduced in North Carolina
You can't get your evidence admitted without establishing the proper evidentiary foundations. In this practical online seminar, faculty will teach you how to lay a foundation for different types of evidence and avoid being tripped up by objections opposing counsel will throw your way. Navigate the rules of evidence with confidence - register today! Pick up preparation pointers that will help you avoid troubles at trial. Learn how to authenticate social media posts, texts, emails, and other electronic evidence. Find out how to establish a proper foundation for medical records, business records, and more. See how to get your expert's testimony in - and keep theirs out. Hear how to best introduce physical evidence at trial. Convince the court that you've satisfied the fairness requirement for demonstrative evidence.
Recorded February 06, 2025.OnDemand5 hours 54 minutes
Best SellerLitigation & Appeals4.32How to Introduce Exhibits Into Evidence
Introducing exhibits can be intimidating - but it doesn't have to be. This program will make evidence admission simple by showing you the steps you must take, language you should use, and how to lay a proper evidentiary foundation. Learn the mechanics of getting exhibits smoothly into evidence - register today! Walk through each step you must take to get an exhibit admitted into evidence. Learn how to prove to the court that an exhibit is authentic. Anticipate common objections and arguments made by opposing counsel.
Recorded April 08, 2025.OnDemand1 hour
Generative AI4.24ChatGPT and Generative AI for the Modern Litigator
If you want to maintain a competitive edge in litigation, adopting AI is no longer luxury - it's a necessity. This program will show you practical uses and pitfalls of AI in litigation practice. Unlock greater efficiency and identify new opportunities in everything from legal writing to evidence. Harness the power of AI in your practice - register today! Get practical guidance for using AI in legal research and case law analysis. Refine your legal writing with AI and avoid key pitfalls. Learn how to leverage AI in discovery to save time and reduce costs. Find out how you can use AI to predict outcomes and help shape your litigation strategy. *Any mention of specific products in this program is intended as part of a general overview and does not constitute NBI's endorsement or recommendation of any specific product or provider. This program is not sponsored by any technology or electronics provider.
Recorded April 07, 2025.OnDemand2 hours 58 minutes
Best SellerLitigation & Appeals4.66Question and Conquer: Simple Yet Effective Strategies for Depositions and Cross-Exams
When it comes to witness examination, the stakes are high and the pressure to extract critical information while maintaining control can lead to stress and uncertainty. Many attorneys struggle with formulating the right questions, managing witnesses effectively, and responding to objections from opposing counsel - all while trying to uphold the integrity of their case. Join us for "Question and Conquer," a course designed specifically for attorneys looking to build their deposition and cross-examination skills. Hear from seasoned civil litigation attorneys and discover simple yet proven strategies that will enable you to take control of your nerves and the questioning process. Register today! Understand how to prepare for depositions and cross-examinations. Determine when and how to utilize various questioning techniques. Get practical tips to prevent difficult witnesses from getting away from you and learn to impeach like a pro. Review key rules of evidence that will shape your questioning. Avoid getting thrown off balance by objections and interruptions. Learn how to make the most of technology during depositions and cross-examination.
Coming Soon! OnDemand recording will be available on May 07, 2025.OnDemand6 hours
Best SellerLitigation & Appeals4.6The Complete Civil Trial Attorney
Maximize your chance of trial victory! This program will reveal critical strategies every trial attorney needs to know. From trial preparation to closing arguments, our seasoned faculty will give you the insights you need to battle your way to that desired verdict. Register today! Don't be left unprepared: review everything you should be doing before trial, and when. Get ahead of the evidence game: discover how to get yours admitted while missing no opportunity to keep theirs out. Discover how to effectively flush out potential jurors' true feelings and opinions during voir dire. Learn how to present the best - and worst - parts of the case to judge and jury. Find creative ways to reinforce witness credibility during direct examination. Gain a firm hold on difficult witnesses during cross-examination with tips from seasoned trial attorneys.
Recorded February 28, 2025.OnDemand5 hours 46 minutes
Best SellerLitigation & Appeals4.44Complete Rules of Evidence Guide: With Real-World Examples
You don't have to be a seasoned trial lawyer to understand the concepts of getting testimony or exhibits into evidence. This practical guide demystifies the rules and provides real-world language and examples to help you build your mastery over the rules. Whether you're an aspiring trial lawyer or just want to blow the dust off your trial skills, this program is for you - register today! Learn how to prove that evidence is genuine and admissible. Anticipate the various admission hurdles for lay and expert witness testimony. Strengthen your grasp over the rule against hearsay and its myriad exceptions. Obtain the upper hand with superior motion in limine drafting skills. Adapt your approach to presenting evidence based on what you're introducing and where you are. Make technology work for you, not against you in the courtroom. This program was designed in conjunction with NBI's esteemed Content Advisory Committee Member James Susag.
Recorded March 06, 2025.OnDemand6 hours
Best SellerTrue Crime4.77Crimes of the Century CLE: Menendez Brothers Murder Trial
On August 20, 1989, two brothers brutally shot their father and mother with a shotgun. It took several blasts. The last shot was done after the mother was trying to crawl away and after the boys had to re-load their weapon. What could cause two sons to brutally murder their own parents in such a heinous way? The tale of the Menendez brothers' killings is a tale that involves taped confessions to a psychologist, a hung jury, a re-trial, and the lapse of thirty years. In the end, the prosecutor will ask the court to re-sentence the brothers so they can go free. What would cause a prosecutor to have such a change of heart? This program is being designed in conjunction with attorney Joel Oster, Comedian of Law and True Crime Podcaster.
Recorded April 15, 2025.OnDemand3 hours 1 minute
Best SellerLitigation & AppealsHow to Use AI in Litigation to…
Are you still doing things the slow and old-fashioned way? It's time to bring your litigation practice into the modern era! This program will show you various ways to use legal AI to enhance your efficiency, improve case outcomes, and better serve your clients. Don't get left behind - register today! Make legal research less tedious and time-consuming with the help of artificial intelligence. Stop slogging through documents: discover how to use AI to automate document review. Learn how to use AI to refine your pleadings, motions, briefs, and memoranda. Use AI to estimate likely outcomes and adapt your case strategy. Discover how AI tools can assist in trial preparation and presentation. Automate routine tasks so you can free up more time for substantive legal work. *Any mention of specific products in this program is intended as part of a general overview and does not constitute NBI's endorsement or recommendation of any specific product or provider. This program is not sponsored by any technology or electronics provider.
Live Online + OnDemandMay 2, 2:00 PM
Best SellerTrue Crime4.58Justice Served? Reexamining 6 High-Profile True Crime Cases
Delve into riveting stories and famous TV trials that have captivated the world, from legal quandaries in the Menendez Brothers' case to the controversial trials of the West Memphis Three and Casey Anthony. Explore the legal complexities and moral dilemmas surrounding each case, as we challenge conventional narratives and ask: has justice truly been served? Register today! Delve into the details of the West Memphis Three, a case that has sparked debates on legal fairness and due process. Gain insight into the issue of coerced confessions and their impact on criminal justice outcomes. Explore the tactical decisions and courtroom drama that characterized the Casey Anthony trial and its aftermath. Understand the implications of legal and moral decisions made in the Menendez Brothers' case. Find out how truth is pursued and challenged in the courtroom setting, particularly in cases with conflicting evidence. Investigate the allegations of injustice surrounding Steven Avery's conviction and subsequent legal battles.
Recorded March 31, 2025.OnDemand5 hours 54 minutes
True Crime4.29Crimes of the Century CLE: The Nuremberg Trials
With World War 2 coming to a close, the leaders of the victorious nations had a tough decision: how to deal with the war crimes of the Nazi regime? WWII was particularly hideous due to the Nazis' large-scale efforts to extinguish an entire race of people. Many proposals for the reckoning came forth, ranging from shooting the Nazi leaders on sight to a full-scale trial with due process strictures. The victorious nations settled on a trial that fell someplace in between. In this course, we will weigh the authority of the nations in even conducting such a trial, the law applied, the due process concerns, and the final verdicts. In the end, you will have to judge for yourself - was justice served? This program is being designed in conjunction with attorney Joel Oster, Comedian of Law and True Crime Podcaster.
Recorded March 18, 2025.OnDemand2 hours 1 minute
Best SellerLitigation & Appeals4.38High-Stakes Negotiations Guide for Litigators
Elevate your negotiation game! Join our seasoned faculty for proven strategies, psychological insights, and practical tactics for navigating complex negotiations with confidence. Achieve optimal outcomes in high-pressure situations - register today! Leverage psychological tactics to your advantage. Learn how to manage stress and turn pressure into power. Discover effective ways to turn the tables on aggressive and formidable negotiators. Find creative ways to break free from stalemate and move closer to settlement. Gain insights on how to level the playing field and turn perceived disadvantages into strengths.
Recorded April 09, 2025.OnDemand5 hours 55 minutes
Litigation & Appeals4.678 Goals of Voir Dire and How to Accomplish Them
Unlock the skills to conduct effective voir dire and strategically select a jury that aligns with your case objectives. This 90-minute course will guide you through essential steps to understand juror backgrounds, identify biases, evaluate juror attitudes, and more. With a blend of practical exercises and real-world insights, you'll leave equipped with actionable techniques to refine your approach to jury selection - register today! Understand key goals in jury selection and how each may impact trial outcomes. Practice techniques to accomplish each goal effectively during voir dire. Develop a tailored approach for strategic jury selection.
Recorded April 16, 2025.OnDemand1 hour 26 minutes
