Connecticut Civil Trial Skills
Credits Available
| Credit | Status | Total |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut CLE |
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6 Total |
| New York CLE |
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7 Total |
Mon, Sep 28, 00:00 AM – 00:00 PM
Mon, Sep 28, 00:00 AM – 00:00 PM
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Real-World Insights on Jury Selection, Evidence, Cross-Examination, and More!
Countless hours in building a solid case theme and supporting it with admissible evidence are about to crescendo in the all-or-nothing storytelling contest. Are you ready? In this online seminar, experienced trial attorneys will reveal their hard-won insights and show you how to deliver your side of the case to the decision-makers with clarity, persuasion, and force. Gain the edge with these tried-and-true trial skills - register today!
- Prepare a trial notebook that provides all the documents and info you need at a moment's notice.
- Learn how to flush out jurors' true biases and attitudes during voir dire.
- Discover the recipe for opening statements that resonate with jurors.
- Get practical pointers on introducing exhibits and responding to objections.
- Refine your direct and cross-examination skills with tips from veteran trial attorneys.
- Make the most of your last arguments before the jury head into deliberations.
Abbreviated Agenda
- Creating a Trial Notebook - Your Blueprint for Trial
- Voir Dire and Jury Selection Tactics
- The Secrets to a Powerful Opening Statement
- Evidence Presentation, Objections, and Admission
- Key Cross-Examination Strategies Every Lawyer Must Know
- Direct Examination: Top 15 Tips in 30 Minutes
- Closing Arguments and Jury Instructions
- Ethics for Trial Lawyers
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Credit Details
Credits Available
| Credit | Status | Total |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut CLE |
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6 Total |
| New York CLE |
|
7 Total |
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CLE
Agenda
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Creating a Trial Notebook - Your Blueprint for Trial
- Countdown to Trial: What You Need to Do and When
- Traditional vs. Electronic Trial Notebooks
- What to Include, What to Exclude, and How to Organize
- Developing Key Sections of the Trial Binder
- Using the Notebook and Troubleshooting From the Courtroom
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Voir Dire and Jury Selection Tactics
- The Written and Unwritten Rules of Jury Selection
- Juror Questionnaires and Research Tips
- How Jurors Think: What You Need to Know
- Building Rapport and Getting Jurors Talking
- Asking the Right Questions the Right Way
- The Big DON'Ts of Voir Dire Questions
- Avoiding Socially Desirable Response Bias
- Jury Selection Strategy: Who to Strike and How
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The Secrets to a Powerful Opening Statement
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Evidence Presentation, Objections, and Admission
- Rules and Procedures Governing the Introduction and Exclusion of Evidence
- Motions in Limine: The Trial Lawyer's Best Friend
- Using Documentary Evidence
- Spotlight on Email, Social Media, and Smartphone Evidence
- Lay and Expert Witness Testimony
- Demonstrative and Illustrative Evidence
- Hearsay and Other Objections: When to Use Them and How to Respond
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Key Cross-Examination Strategies Every Lawyer Must Know
- Preparing for the Cross-Examination
- Maintaining Control of the Witness and Direction of the Examination
- Cross-Examining Experts
- Tips for Cross-Examining Difficult and Special Witnesses
- Witness Impeachment Tactics
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Direct Examination: Top 15 Tips in 30 Minutes
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Closing Arguments and Jury Instructions
- Dos and Don'ts of Closing Arguments
- Organizing Your Closing Arguments
- Effectively Using Evidence
- Rebutting Arguments and Addressing Bad Facts
- Practical Insights on Discussing Damages
- Concluding Your Closing
- Jury Instructions: Standard and Special
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Ethics for Trial Lawyers
- Ethical Duties Toward the Tribunal
- Ethics of Evidence
- Improper Arguments
- Communicating With Witnesses
- Ex Parte Communications
- Juror Investigation, Contact, Bias in Jury Selection, and Jury Tampering
Who Should Attend
This basic-to-intermediate level online seminar is designed for attorneys.
Speakers
Speaker bio
Steven L. Seligman
is a partner in the Hartford law firm of Katz and Seligman, where he practices in the areas of civil litigation, professional licensing regulation, legal ethics and professional responsibility, criminal litigation, insurance defense, personal injury, medical malpractice, insurance coverage, and legal malpractice. Mr. Seligman is a guest lecturer on trial practice at the University of Connecticut School of Law, and comments on legal issues for CBS radio and television, as well as National Public Radio. He earned his B.A. degree from Yale University and his J.D. degree from the University of Connecticut School of Law.
Speaker bio
Sandy T. Roussas
has spent her entire career since graduating law school over 15 years ago defending hospitals and physicians in medical malpractice lawsuits. She has successfully second-chaired several medical malpractice trials and obtained a defense verdict as lead trial counsel in a premises liability claim against a hospital. She has experience in defending claims involving allegations of negligent emergency department care, obstetrical care, orthopedic and general surgical care. She practices in the areas of medical malpractice and hospital liability, product liability and general liability. Attorney Roussas' diverse practice also includes successfully defending institutional clients and physicians in investigations brought by the Department of Public Health. She is involved in all facets of pre-trial litigation. Through factual development of the case, witness depositions and case research, she builds the defense, hypothesizes plaintiff's position and collaborates with clients to develop a plan for a quick and successful resolution of matters. Clients also benefit from Attorney Roussas' ability to identify institutional level issues that arise during a case; issues that could be addressed and rectified through policy changes. Implementing recommended changes in an institution's policies and procedures may prevent the same event from occurring again.
Speaker bio
William J. Delaney
is a member of Lonardo Forte & Trudeau LLP. He is a lifetime fellow of the Rhode Island Bar Foundation, as well as a fellow of the American Bar Association. Mr. Delaney is a member of the Rhode Island Supreme Court's MCLE Committee and the Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Vermont, New York State, Pennsylvania and Connecticut bar associations. He earned his A.B. degree from the University of Notre Dame; his M.B.A. degree from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute; his J.D. degree from Albany Law School of Union University; and his LL.M. degree from the Morin Center, Boston University School of Law.
Speaker bio
Frederick Hedberg
is a partner in the litigation and construction law practice groups at Robinson & Cole LLP. He has more than 25 years of experience handling complex construction and business litigation matters. Prior to becoming an attorney, Mr. Hedberg practiced as a licensed civil and structural engineer for over ten years in the defense, energy and transportation sectors. Mr. Hedberg represents clients in federal and state courts, and before arbitration panels and administrative governmental tribunals on numerous types of claims and disputes. Mr. Hedberg earned his B.S. degree in civil engineering from University of Connecticut, his M.S. degree in mechanical engineering from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, and his J.D. degree from Quinnipiac University School of Law.
Speaker bio
Stefan Savic
is a partner at Reinhardt Savic Foley LLP. He represents clients in all stages of litigation, administrative, and alternative dispute resolution proceedings. Mr. Savic's litigation practice focuses on commercial litigation in federal and state courts across the country as well as before administrative bodies. While his work focuses heavily on civil litigation, he also assists businesses in avoiding costly litigation by assuring that clients have safeguards in place at all stages of their ventures. Mr. Savic works with clients on formation, employment, shareholders, and licensing agreements, using his litigation experience to account for worst-case scenarios and minimize any potential headaches in the long term. Some of his past work experience includes working at the United Nations Development Programme, United States District Court for the District of Connecticut, one of Connecticut's largest law firms, and a Fortune 500 company's legal department. Mr. Savic is also a FINRA arbitrator and a certified mediator in the state of Connecticut. He earned his B.A degree from Columbia University and his J.D degree from Quinnipiac University.
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