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Montana Civil Court Judges Discuss Trial Practice

Credits Available
Credit Status Total
Montana CLE Approved 3 Total
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3 hours 8 minutes
Danielle Coffman
Randal Spaulding
Robert Erickson
With Hon. Danielle Coffman from 11th Judicial District Court of Montana + 2 others
Recorded March 22, 2024
Product ID 97914

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Overview

Their Pet Peeves and Preferences Featuring Distinguished Judges from

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

<State> Civil Court Judges Discuss Trial Practice
  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

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Product ID 97914

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Montana CLE Approved 3 Total
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  1. Montana Civil Court Judges Discuss Trial Practice

    Break: 10:30-10:45
    Panelists: Hon. Danielle Coffman and Hon. Randal I. Spaulding
    Moderator: Robert Erickson

    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. Danielle Coffman
Hon. Danielle
Coffman
11th Judicial District Court of Montana
Hon. Randal I Spaulding
Hon. Randal I.
Spaulding
14th Judicial District Court of Montana
Robert Erickson
Robert
Erickson
Rhoades & Erickson PLLC
Speaker bio
Hon. Danielle Coffman

Hon. Danielle Coffman

11th Judicial District Court of Montana
Danielle Coffman

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

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Hon. Randal I Spaulding

Hon. Randal I. Spaulding

14th Judicial District Court of Montana
Randal Spaulding

is a District Court Judge in the 14th Judicial District of Montana.

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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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