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Evidence Presentation, Objections, and Admission in Indiana

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Indiana CLE Approved 6 Total
Indiana Paralegal CLE Approved 6 Total
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5 hours 58 minutes
Michael Dean
Ryan McDonald
Tina Baxter
With Michael D. Dean from Withered Burns, LLP + 2 others
Recorded August 27, 2025
Product ID 100539

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Overview

Turn Rules Into Real-World Results

Tired of hearing recitations of the rules? So are we! That's why we've designed this course to be the antidote to dry, theory-heavy evidence lessons. No more memorizing endless rules: this online seminar dives straight to the practical side of evidence with refreshers, examples, and real-world lessons to help you master the basics of evidence law. Leave with newfound confidence and strategies you can apply immediately - register today!

  • Learn how to properly lay a foundation for exhibits and witness testimony.
  • Discover ways to authenticate social media posts, texts, AI-generated evidence, and other ESI.
  • Review the nuances of making objections in depositions vs. in the courtroom.
  • Throw opposing counsel off balance by strategically objecting to evidence, questions, and testimony.
  • Find out how to build up expert credibility - or tear it down.
  • Turn the oft-confusing hearsay rule and exceptions into tools you can use effectively.
  • Avoid needless objections that violate decorum and irritate the judge and jury.

Abbreviated Agenda

  1. Step by Step: Introducing Exhibits Into Evidence (With Foundation Questions)
  2. Objection! When to Object and How to Respond Effectively
  3. Applying Hearsay Objections and Exceptions (With Scenarios)
  4. ESI and AI - Oh My! Authenticating Digital and AI-Generated Evidence
  5. Expert Witness Testimony: From Qualification to Cross-Examination
  6. The Legal Ethics of Evidence

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Indiana CLE Approved 6 Total
Indiana Paralegal CLE Approved 6 Total
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  1. Step by Step: Introducing Exhibits Into Evidence (With Foundation Questions)

    1. Evidence Preparation Best Practices
    2. Laying an Evidentiary Foundation
      1. Testimonial Evidence
      2. Real/Physical Evidence
      3. Documentary Evidence
      4. Demonstrative Evidence
    3. Common Mistakes to Avoid When Introducing Evidence
    4. Practical Tips and Tools for Presenting Evidence to the Court

  2. Objection! When to Object and How to Respond Effectively

    1. Deposition vs. Trial Objections
    2. Objections to Documentary Evidence or Exhibits
    3. Objections to Improper Questions
    4. Objections to Inadmissible Testimony
    5. Using Pretrial Motions in Limine
    6. Curative Instructions and Requests/Motions to Strike

  3. Applying Hearsay Objections and Exceptions (With Scenarios)

  4. ESI and AI - Oh My! Authenticating Digital and AI-Generated Evidence

    1. Authenticating Social Media Posts, Texts, Emails, and Other ESI
    2. How to Recognize Manipulated or AI-Generated Evidence
    3. Creating or Enhancing Exhibits by Using AI
    4. Admissibility of AI-Generated Evidence

  5. Expert Witness Testimony: From Qualification to Cross-Examination

    1. Legal Standards for Expert Testimony
    2. Qualifying an Expert Witness and Laying the Foundation for Testimony
    3. Presenting Expert Testimony in Court: Direct Examination Tips
    4. Cross-Examination and Impeachment Techniques

  6. The Legal Ethics of Evidence

    1. Truthfulness in Presenting Evidence
    2. Ethical Duties Surrounding Preservation and Chain of Custody
    3. Ethics of ESI
    4. Confidentiality and Privilege
    5. Objection Etiquette and Courtroom Civility
    6. Ethics of Expert Testimony

Who Should Attend

This basic level online seminar is designed for trial attorneys.

Speakers

Michael D Dean
Michael D.
Dean
Withered Burns, LLP
Ryan A McDonald
Ryan A.
McDonald
Hall, Render, Killian, Heath & Lyman, P.C
Tina M Baxter
Tina M.
Baxter
Baxter Professional Services, LLC
Speaker bio
Michael D Dean

Michael D. Dean

Withered Burns, LLP
Michael Dean

is a partner at Withered Burns, LLP in Lafayette, Indiana, a general civil litigation firm. He earned his B.S. degree from Indiana University and J.D. degree from the University of Dayton School of Law, where he received the awards for Academic Achievement and served on the University of Dayton Law Review. Mr. Dean dedicated the first 12 years of practice to criminal litigation as a public defender, prosecutor, and private practitioner. He is a member of the Indiana State Bar Association. Mr. Dean has authored numerous articles published by Criminal Justice Magazine, an American Bar Association publication. He previously was responsible for his own quarterly column titled "Bootcamp Esq." which focused on advice for new criminal practitioners.

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Ryan A McDonald

Ryan A. McDonald

Hall, Render, Killian, Heath & Lyman, P.C
Ryan McDonald

is an attorney at Hall, Render, Killian, Heath & Lyman, P.C. He is a career litigator with experience in several state and federal courts. Mr. McDonald litigates criminal cases, civil rights violations, medical malpractice cases and complex business lawsuits from inception through trial, finding success in motion practice and in court. He brought his aggressive approach with him from criminal defense, which serves his civil clients well. Mr. McDonald earned his B.A. degree from Washington University and his J.D. degree from Washington University in St. Louis School of Law.

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Tina M Baxter

Tina M. Baxter

Baxter Professional Services, LLC
Tina Baxter

is an advanced practice registered nurse and a board certified gerontological nurse practitioner through the American Nurse Credentialing Center (ANCC), who resides in Anderson, Indiana. Ms. Baxter has been a registered nurse for over 25 years and a nurse practitioner for 18 years. She is the owner of Baxter Professional Services, LLC, a consulting firm which provides legal nurse consulting and expert witness services for attorneys and insurance professionals; wellness and chronic disease management coaching; and customized educational and operational resources to healthcare organizations. She provides a weekly Facebook live program on business and health topics. Ms. Baxter teaches stress management strategies to clients of all ages and offers virtual as well as online classes. She is listed as Best Lessons for 2019 and 2020 from Lessons.com. Ms. Baxter is the founder of The Nurse Shark Academy, where she coaches nurses to launch and scale their businesses. She is the host of The Nurse Shark Academy show, which interviews and spotlights nurse business owners and leaders in healthcare. Ms. Baxter is a mentor with the Pass the Torch Foundation, and completed the inaugural class of Advancing Indy Women with IUPUI and the Kelley School of Business in conjunction with Linking Indy Women. She is an evangelist and pastor at Church Upon the Rock Missionary Baptist Church in Anderson, Indiana where she serves as director of outreach, church nurse, choir member, and is on the pastoral staff. Ms. Baxter has a Master of Nursing in Nursing Education and a post-master's as a gerontological nurse practitioner from the University of Indianapolis, Indianapolis, Indiana.

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