Product Description

This program offers prosecution and defense perspectives on contemporary issues arising during the investigation and trial of homicide cases. Learn about and discuss the latest trends and developments in the trials of homicide cases throughout the Commonwealth from a legal, practical, and tactical standpoint. Hear from practitioners from all across the state with years of homicide trial experience as they offer guidance about the prerequisites to success in the courtroom when handling these most serious types of cases. This year's program includes sessions for both those experienced in homicide trials as well as attorneys who have yet to tackle a homicide case. Whether you are seeking the latest information on cutting edge issues or a basic introduction to the law and elements of homicide and its defenses, you should attend this seminar.

Agenda & Materials

• 2:00pm - 2:10pm

  Welcome and Introduction

  Michael S. Hussey, Esq., , Worcester
  John C. Verner, Esq., Suffolk District Attorney's Office, Commonwealth of Massachusetts , Boston
  John E. Powers, III, Esq., Suffolk Superior Court, Commonwealth of Massachusetts , Boston
  
• 9:40 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.

  Case Law Update 2018

  Michael A. Sullivan, Esq., Middlesex Superior Court, Commonwealth of Massachusetts , Woburn
  
• 2:10pm - 2:20pm

  State of Technology In the Trial Court
• 10:30 a.m. – 10:45 a.m.

  Networking and Refreshment Break

  Michael A. Sullivan, Esq., Middlesex Superior Court, Commonwealth of Massachusetts , Woburn
  Matthew Day, Esq., Middlesex Superior Court, Commonwealth of Massachusetts , Woburn
  
• 2:20pm - 2:45pm

  E-Filing
• 10:45 am–12:00 noon

  Crime Scene Analysis and Reconstruction

  Mary K. Hickey, Esq., Norfolk Superior Court, Commonwealth of Massachusetts , Dedham
  Matthew Day, Esq., Middlesex Superior Court, Commonwealth of Massachusetts , Woburn
  
• 12:00 noon–1:00 pm

  Breakout Session (Choose One) Prosecution or Defense Breakout- Understanding the Legal and Practical Ramification of the New Felony Murder Rule in Massachusetts
• 2:45pm - 2:55pm

  Initiating Your Case

  Mary K. Hickey, Esq., Norfolk Superior Court, Commonwealth of Massachusetts , Dedham
  Mary K. Hickey, Esq., Norfolk Superior Court, Commonwealth of Massachusetts , Dedham
  
• Prosecution:
• 2:55pm - 3:05pm

  Remote vs In-Person Court Events

  Mary K. Hickey, Esq., Norfolk Superior Court, Commonwealth of Massachusetts , Dedham
  
• Defense:

  Mary K. Hickey, Esq., Norfolk Superior Court, Commonwealth of Massachusetts , Dedham
  
• 3:05pm - 3:15pm

  Communication with the Court
• 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.

  Lunch (on your own)

  Mary K. Hickey, Esq., Norfolk Superior Court, Commonwealth of Massachusetts , Dedham
  Patrick W. Creedon, Esq., Plymouth Superior Court, Commonwealth of Massachusetts , Plymouth
  
• 2:00 pm–3:00 pm

  Breakout Session (Choose One) Prosecution or Defense- Admitting and Confronting Gang Evidence in Murder Cases
• 3:15pm - 3:35pm

  Words of Warning: When Technology is Not Your Friend

  Panel
  Anne T. Mitchell, Esq., Essex Superior Court, Commonwealth of Massachusetts , Salem
  
• 3:35pm - 3:50pm

  Technology in the Courtroom
• Prosecution:

  Anne T. Mitchell, Esq., Essex Superior Court, Commonwealth of Massachusetts , Salem
  Anne T. Mitchell, Esq., Essex Superior Court, Commonwealth of Massachusetts , Salem
  
• Defense:
• 3:50pm - 3:55pm

  Electronic Notices
• 3:00 p.m. – 3:15 p.m.

  Networking and Refreshment Break

  Anne T. Mitchell, Esq., Essex Superior Court, Commonwealth of Massachusetts , Salem
  
• 3:15 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

  Closing Arguments in Murder Cases
• 3:55pm - 4:00pm

  Recording Vault
• 4:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.

  Veteran Attorney Roundtable

  Anne T. Mitchell, Esq., Essex Superior Court, Commonwealth of Massachusetts , Salem
  
• 4:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.

  Veteran Attorney Roundtable

  Anne T. Mitchell, Esq., Essex Superior Court, Commonwealth of Massachusetts , Salem
  

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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