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

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Montana CLE Approved 3 Total
Montana CLE Credit for Paralegals Approved 3 Total
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2 hours 59 minutes
Robert Erickson
Danielle Coffman
Kaydee Snipes Ruiz
With Robert Erickson from Rhoades & Erickson PLLC + 2 others
Recorded March 06, 2026.
Product ID 101900

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Overview

What Civil Court Judges Want Every Attorney to Know Featuring Distinguished Judges from the Eleventh and Twelfth Judicial Districts of Montana.

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

Break: 10:30 – 10:45
Panelists: Hon. Danielle Coffman and Hon. Kaydee Snipes Ruiz
Moderator: Robert Erickson

  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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Product ID 101900

Credit Details

Credits Available
Credit Status Total
Montana CLE Approved 3 Total
Montana CLE Credit for Paralegals Approved 3 Total
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  1. The Judges' View: Civil Litigation Do's and Don'ts

    Break: 10:30 – 10:45
    Panelists: Hon. Danielle Coffman and Hon. Kaydee Snipes Ruiz
    Moderator: Robert Erickson

    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

Robert Erickson
Robert
Erickson
Rhoades & Erickson PLLC
Hon. Danielle Coffman
Hon. Danielle
Coffman
Montana 11th Judicial District Court
Hon. Kaydee Snipes Ruiz
Hon. Kaydee
Snipes Ruiz
12th Judicial District of Montana
Speaker bio
Robert Erickson

Robert Erickson

Rhoades & Erickson PLLC
Robert Erickson

is an attorney in the law firm of Rhoades & Erickson PLLC in Missoula. He focuses his practice on commercial and civil litigation, construction and real estate disputes, insurance disputes, probate, business and real estate negotiations and transactions, mediations, and civil appeals. Mr. Erickson earned his B.S. and B.A. degrees from the University of Montana and his J.D. degree from Tulane University Law School. He is a member of the State Bar of Montana, Western Montana Bar Association, State Bar of New Mexico and American Bar Association (Litigation Section).

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Speaker bio
Hon. Danielle Coffman

Hon. Danielle Coffman

Montana 11th Judicial District Court
Danielle Coffman

is a District Court Judge in the 11th Judicial District of Montana.

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Hon. Kaydee Snipes Ruiz

Hon. Kaydee Snipes Ruiz

12th Judicial District of Montana
Kaydee Snipes Ruiz

is a District Court Judge with the 12th Judicial District of Montana.

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