Product Description

Seize this exceptional opportunity to learn about the procedures and mechanics of practice in the United States District Court for the District of Massachusetts. Spend two hours getting the perspective of two jurists about a range of topics pertaining to both civil and criminal practice in the federal district court. Summer associates, new attorneys, and federal law practitioners benefit from informative orientation with two members of the court, U.S. District Judges Denise J. Casper and Leo T. Sorokin. 

Take advantage of this unparalleled chance to hear advice on what makes an attorney especially effective in navigating federal litigation. Topics covered during this orientation include motion practice, scheduling conferences, pretrial conferences, motions to dismiss, discovery-related hearings, summary judgment motions, and trials. You learn the established protocols and practices veteran practitioners possess, and the judges offer their practical ideas on what makes oral advocacy effective—indispensable tips when making your first (or next) appearance in federal court.

Agenda & Materials

• Welcome and Introduction

• Making the Most of Scheduling and the Pretrial Conference

• Tips for Trial Practice

• Motion Practice from Temporary Restraining Orders to Summary Judgment

• How to Engage the Court in the Resolution of Discovery Disputes

• Effective Oral Argument

• "Ask the Experts" Q&A Session

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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