HI Specific

Judicial Forum

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

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Hawaii CLE Approved 3 Total
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3 hours
Michelle Chapman
Lisa Cataldo
Jeffrey Crabtree
Wendy DeWeese
James Kawashima
Kathleen Watanabe
With Michelle J. Chapman from Case Lombardi A Law Corporation + 5 others
Recorded December 13, 2024
Product ID 99403

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Overview

What Civil Court Judges Want Every Attorney to Know Featuring Distinguished Judges from

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. Lisa W. Cataldo, Hon. Jeffrey P. Crabtree, Hon. Wendy M. DeWeese, Hon. James S. Kawashima and Hon. Kathleen N. Watanabe
Moderator: Michelle J. Chapman

  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 99403

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Credits Available
Credit Status Total
Hawaii CLE 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. Lisa W. Cataldo, Hon. Jeffrey P. Crabtree, Hon. Wendy M. DeWeese, Hon. James S. Kawashima and Hon. Kathleen N. Watanabe
    Moderator: Michelle J. Chapman

    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

Michelle J Chapman
Michelle J.
Chapman
Case Lombardi A Law Corporation
Hon. Lisa W Cataldo
Hon. Lisa W.
Cataldo
O'ahu-First Circuit Court
Hon. Jeffrey P Crabtree
Hon. Jeffrey P.
Crabtree
O'AHU-First Circuit Court
Hon. Wendy M DeWeese
Hon. Wendy M.
DeWeese
Hawaii Third Circuit Court
Hon. James S Kawashima
Hon. James S.
Kawashima
O'ahu First Circuit Court
Hon. Kathleen N Watanabe
Hon. Kathleen N.
Watanabe
KAUA'I Fifth Circuit
Speaker bio
Michelle J Chapman

Michelle J. Chapman

Case Lombardi A Law Corporation
Michelle Chapman

is a director/shareholder with the law firm of Case Lombardi A Law Corporation in Honolulu. She concentrates her practice in the areas of civil litigation and dispute resolution, administrative and regulatory law, and commercial transactions. Ms. Chapman represents businesses, nonprofit entities, directors and officers, employers, and individuals across the state in matters involving commercial litigation, professional liability defense, labor and employment law, state and federal fair housing and anti-discrimination laws, administrative law, and real estate law. She also advises clients on regulatory compliance matters and commercial transactions. Ms. Chapman earned her B.A. degree from the University of Notre Dame and her J.D. degree from Notre Dame Law School.

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Hon. Lisa W Cataldo

Hon. Lisa W. Cataldo

O'ahu-First Circuit Court
Lisa Cataldo

is a Circuit Court Judge in the O'ahu First Circuit Court.

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Hon. Jeffrey P Crabtree

Hon. Jeffrey P. Crabtree

O'AHU-First Circuit Court
Jeffrey Crabtree

is a retired Circuit Court Judge in the O'ahu First Circuit Court.

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Hon. Wendy M DeWeese

Hon. Wendy M. DeWeese

Hawaii Third Circuit Court
Wendy DeWeese

is a Circuit Court Judge in the Hawaii Third Circuit Court.

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Hon. James S Kawashima

Hon. James S. Kawashima

O'ahu First Circuit Court
James Kawashima

is a District Court Judge in the O'ahu First Circuit Court.

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Hon. Kathleen N Watanabe

Hon. Kathleen N. Watanabe

KAUA'I Fifth Circuit
Kathleen Watanabe

is a Circuit Court Judge in the Kaua'i Fifth Circuit.

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