Product Description

Successful trial lawyers always tell novice attorneys that an excellent way to become a better trial lawyer is to sit in court and observe veteran trial lawyers in action. But have you ever sat in court and wondered why an attorney was pursuing a particular line of questioning? Have you ever wished that a seasoned litigator was sitting by your side and explaining trial strategy to you? If you have ever wanted to hear a trial critiqued by the experts, don’t miss this unique opportunity to spend a “day in court” with veteran trial attorneys and a sitting Superior Court judge.

Trying Civil Cases presents a one-day trial from start to finish. Each step of the trial is preceded by a brief narrative highlighting what is expected during that particular phase of the trial. After each segment, the faculty critique the attorneys’ performances. Instead of listening to lecturers present the do’s and don’ts of trial advocacy, you actually have the opportunity to learn by observing the experts and benefitting from the expert trial commentary provided by the panel of litigators and judge. Bring your questions to personalize your learning experience!

Agenda & Materials

• 9:30 am - 9:35 am

  Welcome and Introduction

  Hon. Paul D. Wilson, Middlesex Superior Court, Commonwealth of Massachusetts (Ret.)
  
• 9:35 am - 9:45 am

  Pre-Trial Motions in Limine and Discussion

  Hon. Paul D. Wilson, Middlesex Superior Court, Commonwealth of Massachusetts (Ret.)
  
• 9:45 am - 9:55 am

  Trial Strategy

  Grace V.B. Garcia, Esq., Morrison Mahoney LLP , Boston
  Peter J. Ainsworth, Esq., Meehan, Boyle, Black & Bogdanow, PC , Boston
  
• 9:55 am - 10:10 am

  Lecture: Opening Statements

  Hon. Paul D. Wilson, Middlesex Superior Court, Commonwealth of Massachusetts (Ret.)
  
• 10:10 am - 10:30 am

  Demonstrating of Plaintiff's Opening Statement

  Peter J. Ainsworth, Esq., Meehan, Boyle, Black & Bogdanow, PC , Boston
  
• 10:30 am - 10:50 am

  Demonstration of Defendant's Opening Statement

  Grace V.B. Garcia, Esq., Morrison Mahoney LLP , Boston
  
• 10:50 am - 11:05 am

  Analysis, Critique & Questions Regarding Opening Statements & Ethical Considerations

  Warren F. Fitzgerald, Esq., Fitzgerald Dispute Resolution LLC , Boston
  Marsha V. Kazarosian, Esq., Kazarosian Costello LLP , Haverhill
  
• 11:05 am - 11:10 am

  "Ask the Experts" Q&A

  Panel
  
• 11:10 am - 11:20 am

  Networking and Refreshment Break
• 11:20 am - 11:35 am

  Lecture: Direct Examination

  Hon. Paul D. Wilson, Middlesex Superior Court, Commonwealth of Massachusetts (Ret.)
  
• 11:35 am - 11:55 am

  Demonstration of Direct Examination of Plaintiff

  Peter J. Ainsworth, Esq., Meehan, Boyle, Black & Bogdanow, PC , Boston
  
• 11:55 am - 12:15 pm

  Demonstration of Cross-Examination of Plaintif

  Grace V.B. Garcia, Esq., Morrison Mahoney LLP , Boston
  
• 12:15 pm - 12:35 pm

  Analysis, Critique & Questions Regarding Direct & Cross-Examination of Plaintiff & Ethical Considerations

  Warren F. Fitzgerald, Esq., Fitzgerald Dispute Resolution LLC , Boston
  Marsha V. Kazarosian, Esq., Kazarosian Costello LLP , Haverhill
  
• 12:30 pm - 12:35 pm

  "Ask the Experts" Q&A Session and Key Takeaways

  Panel
  
• 12:35 pm - 1:35 pm

  Lunch (on your own)
• 1:35 pm - 2:00 pm

  A View from the Bench

  Hon. Paul D. Wilson, Middlesex Superior Court, Commonwealth of Massachusetts (Ret.)
  
• 2:00 pm - 2:15 pm

  Demonstration of Demonstrative Evidence

  Warren F. Fitzgerald, Esq., Fitzgerald Dispute Resolution LLC , Boston
  
• 2:15 pm - 2:20 pm

  Lecture: Cross Examination

  Hon. Paul D. Wilson, Middlesex Superior Court, Commonwealth of Massachusetts (Ret.)
  
• 2:20 pm - 2:50 pm

  Demonstration of Direct Examination of Defendant's Expert Witness

  Grace V.B. Garcia, Esq., Morrison Mahoney LLP , Boston
  
• 2:50 pm - 3:10 pm

  Demonstration of Cross-Examination of Defendant's Expert Witness

  Peter J. Ainsworth, Esq., Meehan, Boyle, Black & Bogdanow, PC , Boston
  
• 3:10 pm - 3:20 pm

  Analysis, Critique & Questions Regarding Direct & Cross Examination of Defendant's Expert Witness and Ethical Considerations

  Warren F. Fitzgerald, Esq., Fitzgerald Dispute Resolution LLC , Boston
  Marsha V. Kazarosian, Esq., Kazarosian Costello LLP , Haverhill
  
• 3:20 pm - 3:30 pm

  Networking and Refreshment Break
• 3:30 pm - 3:40

  Lecture: Closing Arguments

  Hon. Paul D. Wilson, Middlesex Superior Court, Commonwealth of Massachusetts (Ret.)
  
• 3:40 pm - 3:50 pm

  Demonstration of the Defendants Closing Argument

  Grace V.B. Garcia, Esq., Morrison Mahoney LLP , Boston
  
• 3:50 pm - 4:00 pm

  Demonstration of Plaintiff's Closing Argument

  Peter J. Ainsworth, Esq., Meehan, Boyle, Black & Bogdanow, PC , Boston
  
• 4:00 pm - 4:20 pm

  Analysis, Critique & Questions Regarding Closing Arguments & Ethical Considerations

  Warren F. Fitzgerald, Esq., Fitzgerald Dispute Resolution LLC , Boston
  Marsha V. Kazarosian, Esq., Kazarosian Costello LLP , Haverhill
  
• 4:20 pm - 4:30 pm

  "Ask the Experts" Q&A Session and Key Takeaways

  Panel
  

Special Program Materials:

• Massachusetts Courtroom Advocacy

Please Note

MCLE webcasts are delivered completely online, underscoring their convenience and appeal. There are no published print materials. All written materials are available electronically only. They are posted 24 hours prior to the program and can be accessed, downloaded, or printed from your computer.

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