Judicial Forum

OK Specific

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

Credits Available
Credit Status Total
Oklahoma CLE Approved 3.5 Total
OnDemand
2 hours 57 minutes
John Canavan
Anthony Bonner
Jack Dawson
Jeff Virgin
With Hon. John G. Canavan Jr. from Judicial District 23 in Lincoln and Pottawatomie Counties + 3 others
Recorded December 18, 2025.
Product ID 100762

Buy This Course

Course Includes
$299

OnDemand Video

Course Book Download

or
Upgrade to Unlimited CLE and Get This Course
$129/month
All Inclusive CLE subscribers save an average of $3,000/year on CLE costs.

Overview

What Civil Court Judges Want Every Attorney to Know Featuring Distinguished Judges from Oklahoma, Lincoln, Pottawatomie, Cleveland, Garvin and McClain 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. Anthony L. Bonner Jr., Hon. John G. Canavan Jr. and Hon. Jeff Virgin
Moderator: Jack S. Dawson

  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

Related Topics

Product ID 100762

Credit Details

Credits Available
Credit Status Total
Oklahoma CLE Approved 3.5 Total
Select Jurisdiction
CLE

Agenda

All times are shown in

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

    (Includes 15-minute break)
    Panelists: Hon. Anthony L. Bonner Jr., Hon. John G. Canavan Jr. and Hon. Jeff Virgin
    Moderator: Jack S. Dawson

    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

Hon. John G Canavan Jr.
Hon. John G.
Canavan, Jr.
Judicial District 23 in Lincoln and Pottawatomie Counties
Hon. Anthony L Bonner Jr.
Hon. Anthony L.
Bonner, Jr.
Judicial District 7 in Oklahoma County
Jack S Dawson
Jack S.
Dawson
Miller Dollarhide, P.C.
Hon. Jeff Virgin
Hon. Jeff
Virgin
District 21 in Cleveland, Garvin and McClain Counties
Speaker bio
Hon. John G Canavan Jr.

Hon. John G. Canavan, Jr.

Judicial District 23 in Lincoln and Pottawatomie Counties
John Canavan

is a District Judge in Judicial District 23 in Lincoln and Pottawatomie Counties.

View full profile
Speaker bio
Hon. Anthony L Bonner Jr.

Hon. Anthony L. Bonner, Jr.

Judicial District 7 in Oklahoma County
Anthony Bonner

is a District Judge in Judicial District 7 in Oklahoma County.

View full profile
Speaker bio
Jack S Dawson

Jack S. Dawson

Miller Dollarhide, P.C.
Jack Dawson

is the shareholder of the firm of Miller Dollarhide, P.C., where he focuses his practice on general civil litigation, arbitration, mediation and appellate practice. Mr. Dawson is an active mediator, has served on numerous arbitration panels and is a frequent lecturer on the subjects of trial practice and alternative dispute resolution. He earned his J.D. degree from Oklahoma City University and was the recipient of the Oklahoma Bar Association's Outstanding Law Student Award. Mr. Dawson is a member of the Oklahoma County, Oklahoma and Federal bar associations. He was chief master of the Professional Responsibility Tribunal, the founder of The Arbitration Forum and former vice president for the Oklahoma Bar Association. Mr. Dawson also is a member of the American Inns of Court.

View full profile
Speaker bio
Hon. Jeff Virgin

Hon. Jeff Virgin

District 21 in Cleveland, Garvin and McClain Counties
Jeff Virgin

is a District Judge in Judicial District 21 in Cleveland, Garvin and McClain Counties.

View full profile
Loading recommendations...

TOP FAQs

How do I access my courses?
Courses are available within your account. Simply login to your account and click on My Courses. If you require additional assistance please call our Customer Service Department at 800-930-6182.
Do you have options for attendees who are deaf or hard of hearing?
Closed captioning is available for all Live Webinars. After you've joined the event room, you can enable closed captioning by clicking the "cc" button in the lower right of the player.
What happens if my course is cancelled?
In the unlikely event that NBI cancels or reschedules an upcoming program, each registered attendee will be contacted via email by a representative of NBI. Outreach to attendees begins as soon as NBI is made aware that a program will not move forward at its originally scheduled date and time.
Are multiple attendee discounts available?
Yes, the more people you bring from your organization, the more you save. After the first registration, each additional attendee receives a special discount off of their total tuition.
When will the OnDemand be available and how long will I have access to the content?
The OnDemand Video will be available to stream within 7 days of live broadcast date. You will have access to the content for 6 months in your account. If you’re a subscriber, you’ll have access to your course recordings until 7 days after the expiration date of the subscription.
What is included with my course purchase?
When you enroll prior to the live event date you will receive access to the live-streaming webinar which will allow you to interact with faculty in real-time. With each course, you will receive access to the content via OnDemand Streaming and the Video Download. Course reference materials are included with each course purchase in a downloadable PDF format.
Will I receive a certificate of completion?
Yes, we'll email you a certificate of completion and store in your account for any future reporting needs.
Can multiple people watch courses and request credit?
While only paid registrants can receive continuing education credit for attending, there are no limitations to the number of viewers at each connection.

Have more questions? Please Contact Us