HI Specific

Judicial Forum

Hawaii Civil Court Judges Discuss Trial Practice

Credits Available
Credit Status Total
Hawaii CLE Approved 3 Total
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2 hours 56 minutes
Mark Valencia
Wendy DeWeese
James Kawashima
Jeffrey Crabtree
Steven Nichols
With Mark G. Valencia from Case Lombardi & Pettit + 4 others
Recorded November 14, 2025
Product ID 100748

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Overview

Their Pet Peeves and Preferences Featuring Distinguished Judges from the First, Second and Third Circuit Courts.

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.

Abbreviated Agenda

Hawaii Civil Court Judges Discuss Trial Practice

(Includes 15-minute break)
Panelists: Hon. Jeffrey P. Crabtree, Hon. Wendy M. DeWeese, Hon. James S. Kawashima and Hon. Steven R. Nichols
Moderator: Mark G. Valencia

  1. Judges' Expectations for Written Submissions: Motions, Memos, Pleadings, Briefs
  2. Scheduling Hearings and Ex Parte Communications
  3. Discovery Matters and Opposing Counsel Cooperation
  4. Voir Dire, Jury Selection, and Juror Communication
  5. Court Technology and Remote Hearings
  6. Trial Arguments, Oral Advocacy, Court Etiquette
  7. Witness Examination Dos and Don'ts
  8. Evidence and Objections
Product ID 100748

Credit Details

Credits Available
Credit Status Total
Hawaii CLE Approved 3 Total
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Agenda

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  1. Hawaii Civil Court Judges Discuss Trial Practice

    (Includes 15-minute break)
    Panelists: Hon. Jeffrey P. Crabtree, Hon. Wendy M. DeWeese, Hon. James S. Kawashima and Hon. Steven R. Nichols
    Moderator: Mark G. Valencia

    1. Judges' Expectations for Written Submissions: Motions, Memos, Pleadings, Briefs
    2. Scheduling Hearings and Ex Parte Communications
    3. Discovery Matters and Opposing Counsel Cooperation
    4. Voir Dire, Jury Selection, and Juror Communication
    5. Court Technology and Remote Hearings
    6. Trial Arguments, Oral Advocacy, Court Etiquette
    7. Witness Examination Dos and Don'ts
    8. Evidence and Objections

Who Should Attend

This intermediate level online seminar is designed for attorneys.

Speakers

Mark G Valencia
Mark G.
Valencia
Case Lombardi & Pettit
Hon. Wendy M DeWeese
Hon. Wendy M.
DeWeese
Hawaii Third Circuit Court
Hon. James S Kawashima
Hon. James S.
Kawashima
O'ahu First Circuit Court
Hon. Jeffrey P Crabtree
Hon. Jeffrey P.
Crabtree
O'AHU-First Circuit Court
Hon. Steven R Nichols
Hon. Steven R.
Nichols
Hawaii First Circuit Court
Speaker bio
Mark G Valencia

Mark G. Valencia

Case Lombardi & Pettit
Mark Valencia

is a director/shareholder with the law firm of Case Lombardi & Pettit in Honolulu. Mr. Valencia concentrates his practice in the areas of civil litigation, with an emphasis in complex litigation matters. He has successfully handled a number of complex litigation cases, including contract, insurance, tort, products liability, foreclosure, bankruptcy, land use, appellate, and employment law matters. In addition, Mr. Valencia has taught law as an adjunct professor at both the William S. Richardson School of Law, University of Hawai'i at Manoa and Hawai'i Pacific University. He earned his B.A. degree from the University of Hawai'i - West Oahu and his J.D. degree from Southern Methodist University.

Speaker bio
Hon. Wendy M DeWeese

Hon. Wendy M. DeWeese

Hawaii Third Circuit Court
Wendy DeWeese

is a Circuit Court Judge in the Hawaii Third Circuit Court.

Speaker bio
Hon. James S Kawashima

Hon. James S. Kawashima

O'ahu First Circuit Court
James Kawashima

is a District Court Judge in the O'ahu First Circuit Court.

Speaker bio
Hon. Jeffrey P Crabtree

Hon. Jeffrey P. Crabtree

O'AHU-First Circuit Court
Jeffrey Crabtree

is a retired Circuit Court Judge in the O`ahu First Circuit Court.

Speaker bio
Hon. Steven R Nichols

Hon. Steven R. Nichols

Hawaii First Circuit Court
Steven Nichols

is a Circuit Court Judge in the Hawaii First Circuit Court.

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