Direct & Cross-Examination Skills Workshop 2024
On-your-feet training to get the most out of every witness
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Product Description
Product Description
IN PERSON WORKSHOP
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, May 2nd, 2024
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9:30 - 9:35 am
Welcome and Introduction
Panel
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9:35 - 9:55 am
Preparing for Direct Examination
Russell X. Pollock, Esq., Bergstresser & Pollock, PC , Boston
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9:55 - 10:15 am
Direct Examination Outline
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10:15 - 10:35 am
Challenges During Direct Examination (And, How to Overcome Them)
Paula S. Bliss, Esq., Justice Law Collaborative LLC , North Easton
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10:35 - 10:55 am
Managing Direct Examination and Preparation for Re-Direct
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10:55 - 11:05 am
Networking and Refreshment Break
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11:05 - 12:30 pm
Mock Direct Examinations by Panelists
Panel
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12:30 - 1:30 pm
Lunch (on your own)
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1:30 - 3:45 pm
On Your Feet
Panel
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3:45 - 4:15 pm
View from the Bench
Hon. Christine D. Anthony, Probate and Family Court, Commonwealth of Massachusetts , Lowell
Hon. Catherine H. Ham, Superior Court, Commonwealth of Massachusetts , Boston
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4:15 - 4:30 pm
"Ask the Experts" Q&A Session and Key Takeaways
Panel
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Day Two: Friday, May 3rd, 2024
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9:30 - 9:35 am
Welcome and Introduction
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9:35 - 9:55 am
Preparing for Cross-Examination
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9;55 - 10:15 am
Cross-Examination Outline and Strategy
Wayne F. Dennison, Esq., Brown Rudnick LLP , Boston
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10:15 - 10:35 am
Cross-Examination Questioning
Edward W. Krippendorf, Jr., Esq., Eisenstadt Krippendorf Group LLP , Westwood
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10:35 - 10:55 am
Controlling the Runaway Witness
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10:55 - 11:05 am
Networking and Refreshment Break
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11:05 - 12:30 pm
Mock Cross-Examinations by Panelists
Panel
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12:30 - 1:30 pm
Lunch (on your own)
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1:30 - 3:45 pm
On Your Feet
Panel
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3:45 - 4:15 pm
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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4:15 - 4:30 pm
"Ask the Experts" Q&A Session and Key Takeaways
Special Program Materials:
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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Fees
- $535.50 - MCLE Sponsor Member
- $446.25 - New Lawyer
- $446.25 - Pending Admittee
- $595.00 - All Others