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Their Pet Peeves and Preferences Featuring Distinguished Judges from Prince William and Stafford Counties.
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
Virginia Civil Court Judges Discuss Trial PracticeBreak: 2:30 - 2:45
Panelists: Hon. Lisa M. Baird, Hon. Jeanette A. Irby, Hon. James C. Clark and Hon. Frank G. Uvanni
Moderators: Michael L. Davis and Charles E. Gallagher
- Judges' Expectations for Written Submissions: Motions, Memos, Pleadings, Briefs
- Scheduling Hearings and Ex Parte Communications
- Discovery Matters and Opposing Counsel Cooperation
- Voir Dire, Jury Selection, and Juror Communication
- Court Technology and Remote Hearings
- Trial Arguments, Oral Advocacy, Court Etiquette
- Witness Examination Dos and Don'ts
- Evidence and Objections
Credit Details
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| Credit | Status | Total | Until |
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| Virginia CLE |
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3 Total | 10-31-2026 |
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Agenda
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Virginia Civil Court Judges Discuss Trial Practice
Break: 2:30 - 2:45
Panelists: Hon. Lisa M. Baird, Hon. Jeanette A. Irby, Hon. James C. Clark and Hon. Frank G. Uvanni
Moderators: Michael L. Davis and Charles E. Gallagher- Judges' Expectations for Written Submissions: Motions, Memos, Pleadings, Briefs
- Scheduling Hearings and Ex Parte Communications
- Discovery Matters and Opposing Counsel Cooperation
- Voir Dire, Jury Selection, and Juror Communication
- Court Technology and Remote Hearings
- Trial Arguments, Oral Advocacy, Court Etiquette
- Witness Examination Dos and Don'ts
- Evidence and Objections
Who Should Attend
This intermediate level online seminar is designed for attorneys.
Speakers
Speaker bio
Hon. Jeanette A. Irby
is a retired Circuit Court Judge for the 20th Judicial Circuit of Virginia. She is currently managing director of Juridical Solutions PLC, where she mediates family law disputes which are most suited to alternative dispute resolution. Judge Irby is experienced in all areas of civil litigation, including complex business disputes, divorce (equitable distribution, spousal support and custody), and personal injury claims. Before going on the bench, she practiced law with her primary focus on domestic relations. Judge Irby earned her B.S. degree from Central Michigan University and her J.D. degree from Thomas W. Cooley Law School.
Speaker bio
Michael L. Davis
is a Lecturer in Law and Associate Professor of Law at George Mason University Antonin Scalia Law School. After twenty-four years serving as an adjunct professor, he joined the law school full time in August 2015. Prior thereto (2003-2015) he was the managing attorney for State Farm Insurance Company Claim Litigation Counsel (Michael L. Davis & Associates) in Alexandria, Virginia, where he was involved primarily in personal injury and wrongful death litigation and insurance law. From 1980 to 2002 he was an attorney and principal in the trial litigation firm last known as Brandt, Jennings, Roberts, Davis & Snee in Fairfax, Virginia, where he served many years as its managing partner. He has tried more than 300 civil jury trials to verdict. Mr. Davis teaches Trial Advocacy, Advanced Trial Advocacy, Civil Procedure, Evidence, Virginia Practice and is the director of the law school's Virginia Practice Externship Program. He also oversees the law school's pro bono initiatives. He was the 2017 recipient of the inaugural "Law School Teaching Excellence Award." He has served as lecturer, author and participant at numerous seminars on litigation topics over the years and maintains an active role in the legal community. He currently serves as a director and past-President of the Arlington County Bar Foundation. Mr. Davis has served the Virginia State Bar as chair of the Mandatory Continuing Legal Education Board, a member of its Disciplinary Committees and as a faculty member to its Professionalism Course. He has also served two terms on the Fairfax County Bar Association Judicial Screening Committee. Mr. Davis earned his B. A. degree from Ohio Wesleyan University, cum laude, and his J.D. degree from George Mason University School of Law. He is a member of the American, Fairfax and Arlington Bar Associations, the Virginia State Bar, the Virginia Bar Association, the Virginia Trial Lawyers Association and the Virginia Association of Defense Attorneys. He maintains an active association with the George Mason American Inn of Court, where he serves as Emeritus Master.
Speaker bio
Charles E. Gallagher
is a partner in the Fairfax law firm of DeCaro Doran Siciliano Gallagher & DeBlasis LLP, where he practices in the areas of general negligence (trials and appeals) law, insurance defense law, toxic tort litigation, products liability law, insurance coverage litigation and appellate law. He has taught a number of courses to insurance companies throughout northern Virginia on auto, homeowner and commercial liability. Mr. Gallagher is a member of the Virginia State Bar, Maryland State Bar Association, Inc., District of Columbia Bar Assocation, Virginia Association of Defense Attorneys, Maryland Association of Defense Counsel and the Washington Claims Association. He earned his B.A. degree, with high honors, and his J.D. degree from the University of Notre Dame.
Speaker bio
Hon. Lisa M. Baird
is a Judge for the 31st Judicial District's Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court in Prince William County.
Speaker bio
Hon. Frank G. Uvanni
is a Judge for the 15th Judicial District‘s Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court in Stafford County.
Speaker bio
Hon. James C. Clark
is a retired Judge from the 18th Circuit Court of Alexandria, Virginia.
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