Federal Court Civil Practice 2024
Demystifying litigation in federal court
- Product Number: 2250114WBC
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3 substantive credits, 0 ethics credits CLE Credit Note - Print Brochure
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Product Description
Product Description
Learn the basics of taking a case from its inception to trial in federal court. Understand the considerations at play in deciding to bring an action in federal court, the challenges faced at the outset of litigation—including those related to preliminary injunctions and temporary restraining orders, the handling of discovery, dispositive motions, alternative dispute resolution, and trial.
This program gives you the opportunity to learn from thoughtful seasoned litigators with a broad range of experience in federal court, as well as from judges who oversee these cases.
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Agenda
Agenda & Materials
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2:00pm - 2:05pm
Welcome and Introduction
Doreen M. Rachal, Esq., Sidley Austin LLP , Boston
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2:05pm - 2:25pm
How (and Why) Did I End Up Here? Court Selection and Forum Shopping
Hon. Katherine A. Robertson, U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts , Springfield
Christopher G. Clark, Esq., Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP , Boston
Stephanie Siegmann, Esq, Hinckley Allen LLP , Boston
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2:25pm - 2:45pm
Handling Preliminary Injunctions and Temporary Restraining Orders
Christopher E. Hart, Esq., Foley Hoag LLP , Boston
Payal Salsburg, Esq., Laredo & Smith LLP , Boston
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2:45pm - 3:10pm
Discovery Practice: Know the Rules and Processes
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3:10pm - 3:25pm
Break
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3:25pm - 3:55pm
Dispositive Motions: Embracing Successful Techniques and Avoiding Landmines
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3:55pm - 4:30pm
How Cases Resolve: ADR and Trials
Hon. Katherine A. Robertson, U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts , Springfield
Leonard H. Kesten, Esq., Brody, Hardoon, Perkins & Kesten LLP , Boston
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4:30pm - 4:50pm
Practice Developments: New Trends in Federal Practice
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4:50pm - 5:00pm
"Ask the Experts" Q&A Session and Key Takeaways
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