Product Description

Eviction actions can be easy to start and difficult to try. The presentation of information can be complex and challenging, particularly in the context of the fast-moving summary process procedure.

This innovative program demonstrates and explains effective techniques for presenting and defending a winning case before the Housing Court. The panel of experts share their practical ideas, techniques, and strategies for presenting your client’s claims at trial through simulation of portions of a cause eviction trial at the Housing Court. Observe and interact with seasoned eviction attorneys as they present key aspects of the landlord’s and tenant’s respective cases to a Housing Court Judge. Then hear first-hand from the Judge what presentation styles, techniques, and strategies were persuasive and effective. This fast-moving program geared toward practitioners with knowledge of the basics of landlord-tenant law focuses on strategies for effectively litigating in the Housing Court. Bring your questions for a highly focused learning experience!

Agenda & Materials

• 2:00 - 2:05 p.m.

  Welcome and Introduction

  Catherine F. Downing, Esq., Downing Van Dyke LLC , Framingham
  
• 2:05 - 2:45 p.m.

  Pre-Trial Motions and Strategy

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  Panel
  
• For the Court:

  Hon. Jeffrey M. Winik, Housing Court, Commonwealth of Massachusetts (Ret.)
  
• For the Plaintiff:

  Michael J. Louis, Esq., Downing Van Dyke LLC , Natick
  
• For the Defendant:

  Serena D. Madar, Esq., Greater Boston Legal Services , Boston
  
• 2:45 - 3:10 p.m.

  Preparing for Trial

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• 3:10 - 3:20 p.m.

  Networking and Refreshment Break
• 3:20 - 4:30 p.m.

  Trial: Landlord's Case

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• Mock Direct Examination of Landlord:

  Michael J. Louis, Esq., Downing Van Dyke LLC , Natick
  
• Mock Cross Examination of Landlord:

  Serena D. Madar, Esq., Greater Boston Legal Services , Boston
  
• Court Commentary:

  Hon. Jeffrey M. Winik, Housing Court, Commonwealth of Massachusetts (Ret.)
  
• 4:00 - 4:40 p.m.

  Trial: Tenant's Case

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• Mock Direct Examination of Tenant Witness:

  Serena D. Madar, Esq., Greater Boston Legal Services , Boston
  
• Mock Cross Examination of Tenant Witness:

  Michael J. Louis, Esq., Downing Van Dyke LLC , Natick
  
• Court Commentary:

  Hon. Jeffrey M. Winik, Housing Court, Commonwealth of Massachusetts (Ret.)
  
• 4:40 - 5:00 p.m.

  "Ask the Experts" Q&A Session

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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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