Seminar

The Judges Speak: Civil Court Litigation Do's and Don'ts

Name: The Judges Speak: Civil Court Litigation Do's and Don'ts
Price: 359.00 USD

Learn What the Civil Court Judges Want You to Know to be a Better Advocate

Date

Friday, January 24, 2020

Time

9:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Product ID#

84998ER

Location

Courtyard Los Angles L.A. LIVE
901 West Olympic Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA 90015

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Credit Information: Continuing Legal Education
6.00 - CA CLE
including - Ethics: 1.00

Basic to Intermediate

Judicial Forum

Course book included with all formats

Program Description

Learn What the Civil Court Judges Want You to Know to be a Better Advocate

Knowing what your judge expects will help you navigate your case through court without detrimental bumps and hiccups. That's why we've gathered the local civil court judges to tell you up front what the rules and expectations in their courtrooms are. Take the opportunity to ask your questions and hear what other attorneys may struggle with. Up your litigation game - register today!

Hear first-hand about the judges' pet peeves and preferences.
Find out how you can speed up your case and promote settlement.
Learn when to resolve issues on your own and when to involve the judge.
Clarify the rules of evidence as they're applied in specific situations.
Identify unacceptable litigation tactics that can get you sanctioned.
Avoid common mistakes in discovery, pre-trial conferences and trial presentation.
Make your interactions with the judge positive and effective.

Who Should Attend

This basic-to-intermediate level judicial forum is designed for attorneys.

Course Content

Morning Session

Navigating the Local Civil Court Procedure: Concrete Rules and Unwritten Etiquette
Initial Pleadings: Laying out the Legal and Factual Issues of the Case
Answers to Common Questions Asked in Case Conferences
Case Scheduling: Fast-Tracking Options and Handling Conflicts and Delays
Summary Judgment Motions and Hearings
Cooperation Between Counsel
Judges' View of Discovery
Pre-Trial Briefs that Promote Settlement
Unacceptable Pre-Trial Litigation Tactics

Afternoon Session

Seeking the Judge's Guidance Outside of Scheduled Conferences
Jury Selection and Juror Requests: What is Appropriate?
Types of Evidence Judges Value Most/Least
Witness Selection and Testimony: What Works and What's a Waste of Time for Everyone
Legal Ethics
Trial Presentation Do's and Don'ts
How to Confuse the Jury: Top Mistakes Judges Have Seen
Effective Ways of Handling Facts in Controversy at Trial

Agenda / Content Covered

Morning Session - 9:00 - 12:00
Panelists: Hon. Abraham Khan, Hon. Mark V. Mooney, Hon. Norman P. Tarle, Hon. Bobbi Tillmon
Moderator: Lars C. Johnson

Navigating the Local Civil Court Procedure: Concrete Rules and Unwritten Etiquette
Initial Pleadings: Laying out the Legal and Factual Issues of the Case
Answers to Common Questions Asked in Case Conferences
Case Scheduling: Fast-Tracking Options and Handling Conflicts and Delays
Summary Judgment Motions and Hearings
Cooperation Between Counsel
Judges' View of Discovery
1. Common Discovery Dispute Issues
2. When You Should and Should Not Make Objections
3. What is Appropriate for a Privilege Log
4. When to Use a Motion to Compel
5. How to Avoid Messing Up the Timing
6. When are Sanctions a Possibility?
Pre-Trial Briefs that Promote Settlement
Unacceptable Pre-Trial Litigation Tactics

Afternoon Session - 1:00 - 4:30
Panelists: Hon. Abraham Khan, Hon. Mark V. Mooney, Hon. Norman P. Tarle, Hon. Bobbi Tillmon
Moderator: Lars C. Johnson

Seeking the Judge's Guidance Outside of Scheduled Conferences
1. When is it Appropriate to Contact the Judge or the Clerk?
2. What Questions are Acceptable?
3. Is it Ok to Contact the Judge During a Deposition?
Jury Selection and Juror Requests: What is Appropriate?
Types of Evidence Judges Value Most/Least
Witness Selection and Testimony: What Works and What's a Waste of Time for Everyone
Legal Ethics (2:45 - 3:45)
1. The Meaning of "Justice" and the Role of the Judges and Attorneys in Upholding it
2. Candor Toward Tribunal
3. The Duty of Zealous Representation in the Courtroom Setting
4. How Judges and Lawyers can Work Together to Improve the Justice System
Trial Presentation Do's and Don'ts
How to Confuse the Jury: Top Mistakes Judges Have Seen
Effective Ways of Handling Facts in Controversy at Trial

Accreditation Details:

Credit Information

Continuing Legal Education
CA CLE - 6.00

including - Ethics: 1.00

This activity has been approved for Minimum Continuing Legal Education credit by the State Bar of California in the amount of 6.0 hours, of which 1.0 hour will apply to legal ethics. NBI, Inc. certifies this activity conforms to the standards for approved education activities prescribed by the rules and regulations of the State Bar of California governing minimum continuing legal education. NBI, Inc. is a State Bar of California approved MCLE provider - #53.

HON. ABRAHAM KHAN is a Superior Court Judge in the Los Angeles County Superior Court.

HON. MARK V. MOONEY is a Superior Court Judge in the Los Angeles County Superior Court.

HON. NORMAN P. TARLE is a Superior Court Judge in the Los Angeles County Superior Court.

HON. BOBBI TILLMON is a Superior Court Judge in the Los Angeles County Superior Court.

MODERATOR - LARS C. JOHNSON is an attorney and mediator with Signature Resolution, LLC. Mr. Johnson has represented clients in catastrophic personal injury and wrongful death cases, as well as bad faith insurance and other consumer claims. He has tried cases involving products liability, premises liability, nursing home neglect and elder abuse, as well as professional and medical malpractice. Mr. Johnson has written several articles, taught a course in law school, and frequently appears as a guest lecturer at professional conferences. Mr. Johnson is an elected member of the American Board of Trial Advocates. He earned his B.A. degree from Georgetown University and his J.D. degree from Loyola Law School, Los Angeles.

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