The Bar Association of San Francisco presents
Women In Trial
Shatter the Glass Ceiling in the Courtroom - Two-Day Intensive Trial Advocacy Training for Women
| Dates |
February 18-19, 2021 |
| 2/18/21 |
8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. |
| 2/19/21 |
8:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. |
| MCLE |
10 Hours |
Back by popular demand, Women in Trial returns this year by Zoom. Join us in improving the diversity of trial lawyers in our courtrooms. If you want to improve your trial skills or if you have never tried a case and want to learn how to try a case, take this program. Learn advocacy techniques from our seasoned trial lawyers and get into court through our BASF and JDC pro bono programs.
Topics
- Develop trial skills in an experiential learning environment
- Learn from trial masters and judges about effective presentation skills
- Practice opening statements, closing arguments, direct and cross examinations
- Receive coaching and critiques to enhance your performance
- Experience immediate improvement in two days
Moderator
Teaching Faculty
will include Master Trial Lawyers and active Judges
February 18, 2021
8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. - MCLE: 6 Hours
| 8:30 - 9:30 |
Welcome and Introductions |
| 9:30 - 10:10 |
Lecture: Storytelling & Case Framing in Opening Statement
Discussion about building culpability within a persuasive framework and storytelling in advocacy
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| 10:10 - 10:20 |
Break |
| 10:20 - 11:10 |
Lecture: Direct & Cross Examination
Discussion about questioning techniques, selection of points to be made in the examination, persuasive organization of testimony, infusion of themes, tone, pace, demeanor and style.
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| 11:10 - 12:30 |
Workshop #1: Cross Examination
Plaintiff lawyer cross examines defendant; defense lawyer crosses plaintiff.
Focus on making a point that supports your theme and theory; use of short, single fact, leading questions.
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| 12:30 - 1:00 |
Lunch Break |
| 1:00 - 1:30 |
Lecture: Admitting Real Evidence
Discussion and demonstration of fundamental steps for admitting evidence during direct or cross examination. |
| 1:30 - 2:50 |
Workshop #2: Direct Examination
Plaintiff lawyer directs witness; defense lawyer directs witness.
Focus on making points and building evidence to support your theme and theory; use open-ended questions.
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| 2:50 - 3:00 |
Break |
| 3:00 - 4:00 |
Workshop #3: Drills for admitting real evidence |
| 4:00 - 4:10 |
Break |
| 4:10 - 4:40 |
Lecture: Persuasive Closing Arguments
Discussion about the use of themes, analogies, metaphors, and other rhetorical devices, marshalling evidence, application of case framing; demonstration of these elements.
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| 4:40 - 5:00 |
Reflections and Instructions for Day 2 |
February 19, 2021
8:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. - MCLE: 4 Hours
| 8:30 - 9:20 |
Workshop #4: Opening Statement
Each lawyer delivers an opening statement. Focus on telling a story that incorporates your theory, theme and call to action (verdict). |
| 9:20 - 9:30 |
Break |
| 9:30 - 10:40 |
Workshop #5: Direct Examination With Use of Exhibits
Each lawyer direct a witness that supports the opening statement given in earlier workshop. |
| 10:40 - 10:50 |
Break |
| 10:50 - 12:00 |
Workshop #6: Closing Argument
Each lawyer delivers a closing argument. Inspire with facts, exhibits, and rhetorical devices to support your call to action. |
| 12:00 - 1:00 |
Lunch |
| 1:00 - 2:10 |
Workshop #7: Cross Examination with Use of Exhibits
Each lawyer crosses a witness that supports one point in the closing argument given in earlier workshop. |
| 2:10 - 2:30 |
Break |
| 2:30 - 3:00 |
Final Pointers About Delivery in Presentations
Closing Remarks |
Event Code: G211611
For a printable flyer, click here.
Cost
| $500 |
Individual Tickets |
| $3,500 |
Firm (up to 7 Individuals) |
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Email events@sfbar.org for details
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To Register
Complete this form and email to cle@sfbar.org.
Event Access
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MCLE Notice
To receive MCLE credit, you must sign in during the designated MCLE registration period. This activity is approved for Minimum Continuing Legal Education credit by the State Bar of California. BASF is a certified provider: Provider #103
Accessibility
People with disabilities and/or special requests should contact BASF regarding reasonable accommodations.