Direct & Cross Examination Skills Workshop 2023
On-your-feet training to get the most out of every witness

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12 substantive credits, 0 ethics credits CLE Credit Note - Print Brochure
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Product Description
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.
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Agenda
Agenda & Materials
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Day One: Thursday, March 2, 2023
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9:30am - 9:35am
Introductions
Panel
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9:35am - 9:55am
Preparing for Direct Examination
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9:55am - 10:15am
Direct Examination Outline
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10:15am - 10:35am
Challenges During Direct Examination (And, How to Overcome Them)
Paula S. Bliss, Esq., Justice Law Collaborative LLC , North Easton
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10:35am - 10:55am
Managing Direct Examination and Preparation for Re-Direct
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10:55am - 11:05am
Networking and Refreshment Break
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11:05am - 12:30pm
Mock Direct Examinations by Panelists
Panel
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12:30pm - 1:30pm
Lunch (on your own)
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1:30pm - 3:45pm
On Your Feet
Panel
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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
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4:15pm - 4:30pm
"Ask the Experts" Q&A Session and Key Takeaways
Panel
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Day Two: Friday, March 3, 2023
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9:30am - 9:35am
Introductions
Panel
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9:35am - 9:55am
Preparing for Cross-Examination
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9:55am - 10:15am
Cross-Examination Outline and Strategy
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10:15am - 10:35am
Cross-Examination Questioning Sequences
Edward W. Krippendorf, Jr., Esq., Eisenstadt Krippendorf Group LLP , Westwood
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10:35am - 10:55am
Controlling the Runaway Witness
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10:55am - 11:05am
Networking and Refreshment Break
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11:05am - 12:30pm
Mock Cross-Examinations by Panelists
Panel
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12:30pm - 1:30pm
Lunch (on your own)
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1:30pm - 3:45pm
On Your Feet
Panel
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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
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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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