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In-Person Program

 
Civil Trial Advocacy: MCLE BasicsPlus!®

A day in court with commentary by a Superior Court judge and expert practitioners

Product Number: 2120006P01
Date(s): Wednesday, 10/19/2011, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Location: MCLE Conference Center, Ten Winter Place, Boston (directions)
CLE Credits: 6.5 substantive credits, 1 ethics credits

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Why attend?

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 satin 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 four veteran trial attorneys and a sitting Superior Court judge.

At Civil Trial Advocacy: MCLE BasicsPlus!, two highly experienced trial attorneys present 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 phase of the trial. After each segment, a Superior Court judge and a veteran litigator critique the attorneys' performances. Instead of listening to lecturers present the "how-tos" of trial advocacy, you actually have the opportunity to learn by observing the experts. Equally important, you benefit from the expert trial commentary provided by the panel of litigators and a judge.

Agenda and written materials

  • Opening Statements: Lecture, Demonstration of Plaintiff's Opening Statement, Demonstration of Defendant's Opening Statement, Analysis and Critique
  • Direct and Cross-Examination: Lecture, Demonstration of Direct Examination of Defendant's Experts, Analysis and Critique, Demonstration of Direct Examination of Defendant's Expert, Demonstration of Cross-Examination of Defendant's Expert, Analysis and Critique
  • Closing Arguements: Lecture, Demonstration of Defendant's Closing Arguement, Demonstration of Plaintiff's Closing Arguement, Analysis and Closing
  • "Ask the Experts" Q&A Session

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Fees

  • $245
  • $225 MCLE Sponsor Members
  • $165 New lawyers admitted to law practice after 2007, pending admittees and law students

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