ID Specific

Judicial Forum

Idaho Civil Court Judges Discuss Trial Practice

Credits Available
Credit Status Total
Idaho CLE Approved 3 Total
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2 hours 54 minutes
Nancy Baskin
Jennifer Swajkoski
Jessica Lorello
Annie McDevitt
Lynn Norton
Jonathan Medema
John Rumel
With Hon. Nancy Baskin from Ada County + 6 others
Recorded November 21, 2025.
Product ID 100756

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Overview

Their Pet Peeves and Preferences Featuring Distinguished Judges from the Idaho Court of Appeals and Ada County.

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

Idaho Civil Court Judges Discuss Trial Practice

(Includes 15-minute break)
Panelists: Hon. Nancy Baskin, Hon. Jessica M. Lorello, Hon. Annie McDevitt, Hon. Jonathan Medema and Hon. Lynn G. Norton
Moderators: Jennifer L. Swajkoski and John E. Rumel 

  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 100756

Credit Details

Credits Available
Credit Status Total
Idaho CLE Approved 3 Total
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Agenda

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  1. Idaho Civil Court Judges Discuss Trial Practice

    (Includes 15-minute break)
    Panelists: Hon. Nancy Baskin, Hon. Jessica M. Lorello, Hon. Annie McDevitt, Hon. Jonathan Medema and Hon. Lynn G. Norton
    Moderators: Jennifer L. Swajkoski and John E. Rumel 

    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

Hon. Nancy Baskin
Hon. Nancy
Baskin
Ada County
Jennifer L Swajkoski
Jennifer L.
Swajkoski
Hall Booth Smith, P.C.
Hon. Jessica M Lorello
Hon. Jessica M.
Lorello
Idaho Court of Appeals
Hon. Annie O McDevitt
Hon. Annie O.
McDevitt
Ada County
Hon. Lynn G Norton
Hon. Lynn G.
Norton
Ada County
Hon. Jonathan Medema
Hon. Jonathan
Medema
Ada County
John E Rumel
John E.
Rumel
University of Idaho College of Law
Speaker bio
Hon. Nancy Baskin

Hon. Nancy Baskin

Ada County
Nancy Baskin

is a District Judge with Ada County.

Speaker bio
Jennifer L Swajkoski

Jennifer L. Swajkoski

Hall Booth Smith, P.C.
Jennifer Swajkoski

is a partner with Hall Booth Smith, P.C., in Missoula, Montana. She is licensed and maintains an active practice in Montana and Idaho. She primarily represents professionals, medical providers, health care entities, and businesses in complex litigation and in an advisory capacity. Her practice spans from medical malpractice, health care law, commercial litigation, and general liability matters, and she regularly appears in various arenas, including state and federal courts as well as before state licensing boards and other administrative bodies. Jenny is on the executive board for the Montana Defense Trial Lawyers, a member of the Idaho Association of Defense Counsel, and serves as the Montana state representative for DRI. Prior to joining Hall Booth Smith, Jenny worked for top-ranked defense litigation firms in both Idaho and Montana, where she handled a large volume of third party, medical malpractice, and legal malpractice cases.

Speaker bio
Hon. Jessica M Lorello

Hon. Jessica M. Lorello

Idaho Court of Appeals
Jessica Lorello

is a Judge with the Idaho Courts of Appeals.

Speaker bio
Hon. Annie O McDevitt

Hon. Annie O. McDevitt

Ada County
Annie McDevitt

is a District Judge with Ada County.

Speaker bio
Hon. Lynn G Norton

Hon. Lynn G. Norton

Ada County
Lynn Norton

is a District Judge with Ada County.

Speaker bio
Hon. Jonathan Medema

Hon. Jonathan Medema

Ada County
Jonathan Medema

is a District Judge for Ada County.

Speaker bio
John E Rumel

John E. Rumel

University of Idaho College of Law
John Rumel

is a professor of law at University of Idaho College of Law. Mr. Rumel is currently serving as a visiting professor at the University of San Fransisco School of Law. He has practiced or taught law in Idaho for over 25 years and is actively admitted to the Idaho State Bar. Mr. Rumel's experience is primarily focused on education law, and employment law although he has previous substantial experience in product liability, commercial and real property litigation, and professional malpractice. He currently teaches evidence, civil procedure, remedies, lawyering process, workplace law, and education law.

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