Judicial Forum

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The Judges' View: Maryland Civil Litigation Do's and Don'ts

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Virginia CLE Approved 3 Total
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2 hours 55 minutes
Paul Bekman
Dana Moylan Wright
Keith Truffer
John Nugent
With Paul D. Bekman from Bekman, Marder, Hopper, Malarkey & Perlin, L.L.C. + 3 others
Recorded May 30, 2025
Product ID 100081

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Overview

What Civil Court Judges Want Every Attorney to Know Featuring Distinguished Judges from Baltimore City, Baltimore County and Washington County.

Knowing what the court expects will help you pilot your case without detrimental bumps and hiccups. That's why we've asked local civil court judges to share their insights on common procedural, evidentiary, and advocacy challenges. Don't miss this opportunity to ask questions, get answers, and hear what issues other attorneys are encountering. Register today!

  • Identify unacceptable litigation tactics that cross the line.
  • Learn when attorneys need to resolve issues on their own.
  • Clarify the rules of evidence as they're applied in specific situations.
  • Prevent procedural mistakes in discovery, pre-trial conferences and trial presentation.

Abbreviated Agenda

The Judges' View: Civil Litigation Do's and Don'ts

Break: 10:30 - 10:45
Panelists: Hon. Dana Moylan Wright, Hon. Keith R. Truffer and Hon. John S. Nugent
Moderator: Paul D. Bekman

  1. Navigating the Local Civil Court Procedure: Concrete Rules and Unwritten Etiquette
  2. Initial Pleadings, Filing Suggestions, Common Motions Mistakes
  3. Case Management and Scheduling: Personal Preferences and Pet Peeves
  4. Summary Judgment Motions and Hearings
  5. Judges' View of Discovery
  6. Pre-Trial Briefs and Litigation Techniques That Facilitate Case Resolution
  7. Expert Use and Evidence: What Judges Focus on When Making Decisions
  8. Seeking the Judge's Guidance Outside of Scheduled Conferences
  9. Jury Selection and Juror Requests - What is Appropriate?
  10. Trial Presentation Do's and Don'ts

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Credits Available
Credit Status Total
Virginia CLE Approved 3 Total
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  1. The Judges' View: Civil Litigation Do's and Don'ts

    Break: 10:30 - 10:45
    Panelists: Hon. Dana Moylan Wright, Hon. Keith R. Truffer and Hon. John S. Nugent
    Moderator: Paul D. Bekman

    1. Navigating the Local Civil Court Procedure: Concrete Rules and Unwritten Etiquette
    2. Initial Pleadings, Filing Suggestions, Common Motions Mistakes
    3. Case Management and Scheduling: Personal Preferences and Pet Peeves
    4. Summary Judgment Motions and Hearings
    5. Judges' View of Discovery
    6. Pre-Trial Briefs and Litigation Techniques That Facilitate Case Resolution
    7. Expert Use and Evidence: What Judges Focus on When Making Decisions
    8. Seeking the Judge's Guidance Outside of Scheduled Conferences
    9. Jury Selection and Juror Requests - What is Appropriate?
    10. Trial Presentation Do's and Don'ts

Who Should Attend

This basic-to-intermediate level online seminar is designed for attorneys.

Speakers

Paul D Bekman
Paul D.
Bekman
Bekman, Marder, Hopper, Malarkey & Perlin, L.L.C.
Hon. Dana Moylan Wright
Hon. Dana
Moylan Wright
Washington County Circuit Court Fourth Judicial Circuit
Hon. Keith R Truffer
Hon. Keith R.
Truffer
Baltimore County Circuit Court Second Judicial Circuit
Hon. John S Nugent
Hon. John S.
Nugent
Baltimore City Circuit Court
Speaker bio
Paul D Bekman

Paul D. Bekman

Bekman, Marder, Hopper, Malarkey & Perlin, L.L.C.
Paul Bekman

is a managing partner in the Baltimore law firm of Bekman, Marder, Hopper, Malarkey & Perlin, L.L.C. He focuses his practice on handling serious personal injury and wrongful death cases, with special emphasis in the areas of medical negligence, products liability, maritime, and common carrier cases. Mr. Bekman is certified by the National Board of Trial Advocacy as a civil trial specialist. He is also certified by the American Board of Professional Liability Attorneys. Mr. Bekman earned his B.A. and J.D. degrees from the University of Maryland. He is a member of the Bar Association of Baltimore City, Maryland State Bar Association and Maryland Trial Lawyers Association. Mr. Bekman is an advocate of the American Board of Trial Advocates, a fellow of the International Academy of Trial Lawyers and a fellow of the American College of Trial Lawyers.

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Hon. Dana Moylan Wright

Hon. Dana Moylan Wright

Washington County Circuit Court Fourth Judicial Circuit
Dana Moylan Wright

is a Circuit Court Judge in the Washington County Circuit Court Fourth Judicial Circuit.

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Hon. Keith R Truffer

Hon. Keith R. Truffer

Baltimore County Circuit Court Second Judicial Circuit
Keith Truffer

is a Circuit Court Judge in the Baltimore County Circuit Court, Second Judicial Circuit.

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Hon. John S Nugent

Hon. John S. Nugent

Baltimore City Circuit Court
John Nugent

is a Circuit Court Judge in the Baltimore City Circuit Court Eighth Judicial Circuit.

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