The Arbitration Section presents
Trial by Jury Series
Closing Arguments
Four of the bay area’s most accomplished trial lawyers will provide instruction (and show by example) on each of these facets of jury trials:
• Jury Selection
• Opening Statement
• Direct and Cross Examination
• Closing Argument
This program is designed for junior lawyers seeking trial experience, as well as seasoned courtroom advocates.
October 3 | Time: 12:00 - 1:15 p.m. | MCLE: 1 Hour
Jury Selection
What are the goals of jury selection? What do you need to know to pick your jury? And how can you identify jurors who you should strike? Daralyn Durie will answer these and other questions, and share tips for getting a jury who will be receptive to your position.
Speaker
Daralyn Durie
Morrison & Foerster
October 24 | Time: 12:00 - 1:15 p.m. | MCLE: 1 Hour
Opening Statements
ABOTA member
and Daily Journal Top Employment Lawyer Mike Laurenson will provide his advice
on how to prepare and deliver effective opening statements with examples from
his trials.
Speaker
Michael Laurenson
Gordon & Rees
November 7 | Time: 12:00 - 1:15 p.m. | MCLE: 1 Hour
Direct and Cross Examination (of percipient and expert witnesses)
What strategies should I use for expert witnesses at trial? What strategies should I use for percipient witnesses at trial? How do they differ? Patricia Henle will answer these and other questions as well as share insight for effective direct and cross examination of witnesses in trial.
Speaker
Patricia Henle
Law Offices of Patricia E. Henle
»December 6 | Time: 12:00 - 1:15 p.m. | MCLE: 1 Hour
Closing Arguments
American College of Trial Lawyers and ABOTA Fellow John Worden covers every aspect of closing argument
Speaker
John Worden
Venable LLP
Section Chairs
John Worden, Venable LLP
Mark LeHocky, ADR Services, Inc.
Event Code: G234106
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COST
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Entire 4-Part Series |
| $125 |
Section Member |
| $170 |
BASF Member
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| $200 |
Nonmember
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If you would like to register for the entire series, please register here |
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| COST |
Per Program |
| $45 |
Section Member |
| $55 |
BASF Member |
| $70 |
Nonmember |
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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
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