Product Description

Who are the most important people at a trial? It is the testimony of the witnesses that ultimately determines the outcome. The examination of the witnesses is a key component of a winning strategy. The presentation of testimony is not to be taken lightly. It should be the product of careful planning, thorough preparation, and stylish execution. Anyone can improve their skills through practice and hard work.

In this two-day Workshop, expert litigators from various practice areas and judges from different state courts teach everything you need to know about direct and cross-examination. After lectures and a demonstration by the faculty each morning, you spend the rest of the day testing your skills in a mock courtroom setting, where you can try out what you have learned and get essential feedback on your performance.

Registration Notes:

Space is limited and is available on a first come, first served basis. Cancellations may only be refunded, minus a $100 processing fee if we are able to fill your seat.

This limited-enrollment program is not included in the MCLE OnlinePass.

Agenda & Materials

• Day One: Thursday, March 2, 2023
• 9:30am - 9:35am

  Introductions

  Panel
  
• 9:35am - 9:55am

  Preparing for Direct Examination

  Scott Heidorn, Esq., Bergstresser & Pollock LLC , Boston
  
• 9:55am - 10:15am

  Direct Examination Outline

  Cheryl Boylan Pinarchick, Esq., Fisher & Phillips LLP , Boston
  
• 10:15am - 10:35am

  Challenges During Direct Examination (And, How to Overcome Them)

  Paula S. Bliss, Esq., Justice Law Collaborative LLC , North Easton
  
• 10:35am - 10:55am

  Managing Direct Examination and Preparation for Re-Direct

  Rich Novitch, Esq., Todd & Weld LLP , Boston
  
• 10:55am - 11:05am

  Networking and Refreshment Break
• 11:05am - 12:30pm

  Mock Direct Examinations by Panelists

  Panel
  
• 12:30pm - 1:30pm

  Lunch (on your own)
• 1:30pm - 3:45pm

  On Your Feet

  Panel
  
• 3:45pm - 4:15pm

  View from the Bench

  Hon. Christine D. Anthony, Middlesex Probate and Family Court, Commonwealth of Massachusetts , Lowell
  Hon. Edward H. Sharkansky, Wareham District Court, Commonwealth of Massachusetts , West Wareham
  
• 4:15pm - 4:30pm

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

  Panel
  
• Day Two: Friday, March 3, 2023
• 9:30am - 9:35am

  Introductions

  Panel
  
• 9:35am - 9:55am

  Preparing for Cross-Examination

  Wendy O. Hickey, Esq., Brick, Jones, McBrien & Hickey LLP , Needham
  
• 9:55am - 10:15am

  Cross-Examination Outline and Strategy

  Martin F. Kane, II, Esq., McGrath & Kane , Boston
  
• 10:15am - 10:35am

  Cross-Examination Questioning Sequences

  Edward W. Krippendorf, Jr., Esq., Eisenstadt Krippendorf Group LLP , Westwood
  
• 10:35am - 10:55am

  Controlling the Runaway Witness

  Jennifer C. Roman, Esq., Tracey, Roman & Ramos, PC , Wellesley Hills
  
• 10:55am - 11:05am

  Networking and Refreshment Break
• 11:05am - 12:30pm

  Mock Cross-Examinations by Panelists

  Panel
  
• 12:30pm - 1:30pm

  Lunch (on your own)
• 1:30pm - 3:45pm

  On Your Feet

  Panel
  
• 3:45pm - 4:15pm

  View from the Bench

  Hon. Mary Rudolph Black, Essex Probate and Family Court, Commonwealth of Massachusetts , Salem
  Hon. Anthony J. Campo, Superior Court, Commonwealth of Massachusetts , Boston
  
• 4:15pm - 4:30pm

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

  Panel
  

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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