Product Description

While most criminal cases are resolved via plea bargain, it is imperative to understand the ins-and-outs of the District and Municipal Court trial sessions. This seminar covers the major aspects of a trial from motions in limine to closings. The panel of trial attorneys and a Municipal Court judge guide you through the case and you act as jury.

Unlike the jury, you have the opportunity to ask questions after the verdict. Case theory, witness preparation, and strategy are all open for discussion. Find out how experienced trial attorneys prepare their case for trial, from the day of arraignment. 

Agenda & Materials

• 9:30am - 9:35am

  Welcome and Introduction

  Joseph B. Simons, Esq., Simons Law Office , Boston
  
• 9:35am - 9:50am

  Motions in Limine / Jury Selection

  Joseph B. Simons, Esq., Simons Law Office , Boston
  Hon. Matthew J. Machera, Chelsea District Court, Commonwealth of Massachusetts , Chelsea
  Eric Osattin, Marblehead, Town of/Police Department , Marblehead
  Douglas Ryan, Esq., The Law Office of Douglas Ryan , Beverly
  Leon G. Rotenstein, Esq., , Waltham
  
• 9:50am - 10:00am

  Opening Statements

  Douglas Ryan, Esq., The Law Office of Douglas Ryan , Beverly
  Leon G. Rotenstein, Esq., , Waltham
  
• 10:00am - 10:45am

  Direct and Cross of a Police Witness

  Douglas Ryan, Esq., The Law Office of Douglas Ryan , Beverly
  Leon G. Rotenstein, Esq., , Waltham
  
• 10:45am - 11:00am

  Direct and Cross of an Expert Witness (DNA)

  Eric Osattin, Marblehead, Town of/Police Department , Marblehead
  Douglas Ryan, Esq., The Law Office of Douglas Ryan , Beverly
  Leon G. Rotenstein, Esq., , Waltham
  
• 11:00am - 11:20am

  Direct and Cross of Expert Witness (Operability of Firearm)

  Panel
  
• 11:20am - 11:35am

  Closing Arguments

  Douglas Ryan, Esq., The Law Office of Douglas Ryan , Beverly
  Leon G. Rotenstein, Esq., , Waltham
  
• 11:35am - 11:45am

  Charge Conference

  Panel
  
• 11:45am - 12:05pm

  Jury Instructions

  Hon. Matthew J. Machera, Chelsea District Court, Commonwealth of Massachusetts , Chelsea
  
• 12:05pm - 12:30pm

  "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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