GA Specific

Judicial Forum

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

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Alabama CLE Approved 3 Total
Georgia CLE Approved 3 Total
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2 hours 57 minutes
William Davis
Wesley Tailor
Rachel Krause
Alice Benton
Shondeana Morris
With William M. Davis from Taylor Nelson Slattery Bernard PL. + 4 others
Recorded November 24, 2025
Product ID 100759

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Overview

What Civil Court Judges Want Every Attorney to Know Featuring Distinguished Judges from Fulton and DeKalb Counties.

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

(Includes 15-minute break)
Panelists: Hon. Alice Benton, Hon. Rachel Krause, Hon. Shondeana C. Morris and Hon. Wesley B. Tailor
Moderator: William M. Davis

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

    (Includes 15-minute break)
    Panelists: Hon. Alice Benton, Hon. Rachel Krause, Hon. Shondeana C. Morris and Hon. Wesley B. Tailor
    Moderator: William M. Davis

    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

William M Davis
William M.
Davis
Taylor Nelson Slattery Bernard PL.
Hon. Wesley B Tailor
Hon. Wesley B.
Tailor
Fulton County State Court
Hon. Rachel Krause
Hon. Rachel
Krause
Fulton County Superior Court
Hon. Alice Benton
Hon. Alice
Benton
Fulton County Superior Court
Hon. Shondeana C Morris
Hon. Shondeana C.
Morris
DeKalb County Superior Court
Speaker bio
William M Davis

William M. Davis

Taylor Nelson Slattery Bernard PL.
William Davis

is an attorney with Taylor Nelson Slattery Bernard PL., where he defends businesses and professionals in a variety of contract and tort claims. His practice areas include professional negligence, transportation litigation, catastrophic accidents, legal malpractice, medical malpractice, nursing home liability, premises liability, products liability, contractual obligations and insurance coverage. Mr. Davis earned his B.S. degree from Auburn University and his J.D. degree from Louisiana State University. He is a member of the State Bar of Georgia, State Bar of Louisiana, DRI and Georgia Defense Lawyers Association. Mr. Davis is admitted to practice in Georgia Supreme Court; Georgia Court of Appeals; all Louisiana courts; U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh and Fifth circuits; U.S. Court of Appeals for the Armed Forces; U.S. District Court, Northern and Middle districts of Georgia; and U.S. District Court, Eastern, Middle and Western districts of Louisiana.

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Hon. Wesley B Tailor

Hon. Wesley B. Tailor

Fulton County State Court
Wesley Tailor

is a Fulton County State Court Judge.

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Hon. Rachel Krause

Hon. Rachel Krause

Fulton County Superior Court
Rachel Krause

is a Fulton County Superior Court Judge.

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Hon. Alice Benton

Hon. Alice Benton

Fulton County Superior Court
Alice Benton

is a Fulton County Superior Court Judge.

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Hon. Shondeana C Morris

Hon. Shondeana C. Morris

DeKalb County Superior Court
Shondeana Morris

is a Chief Judge at DeKalb County Superior Court.

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