Maryland CLE - Trial Skills Courses
This is a listing of Trial Skills CLE Courses for Maryland. Please make your selection below of Maryland CLE courses. Click "Add To Cart" to purchase Individual CLE Courses. For more information about a particular CLE course, click on the "More Info" link. Click the "Preview" button to view a short preview of the course.
Maryland CLE
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Custody Decisions: When God and Culture Have a Say
Custody matters are always tricky. Adding issues of culture and religion into the equation only complicates matters. This CLE course will offer an analysis of custody cases characterized by issues of culture and religion and how these differences are exhibited by the two parents. The course will review both case law and psychological protocols typically used to understand the factors that a court will likely consider and the importance it will attribute in handling these issues. More Info
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Cybersecurity and Data Privacy Obligations for Lawyers
Focusing on the vast cyber threats to the legal community, this CLE course will explain why lawyers are such tempting targets to hackers. The course will explain the cost of data breaches and an attorney’s obligation to cybersecurity, particularly in the context of ESI. This course will include discussions on general ethical responsibilities that lawyers have when it comes to securing both their clients’ and opposing parties’ data. Discussions of the threat landscape, what to be on th... More Info
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Did That Witness Show Up? Hearsay and Confrontation Clause Restrictions and Exceptions in Criminal Prosecutions
It seems unlikely that a witness to the court would simply not show up, yet it happens often and not everyone knows how to address such an issue. All criminal practitioners, from prosecutors and defense attorneys to judges themselves. Must know how to handle these absences. The area is covered by two types of law which regulate how these cases should be addressed. This CLE course will explain and analyze these rules and how attorneys can use them to advance their cases. More Info
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Direct and Cross Examination of Experts at Trial under New Jersey Law and Procedure
New Jersey’s Rules of Court can be complex and lack of knowledge can derail even a well-prepared expert witness. This CLE course will review the New Jersey Rules of Court and provide strategies for preparing and conducting successful direct and cross examinations of expert witnesses. More Info
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Discovery in a Tractor Trailer Case
Truck crash litigation is unlike standard vehicular cases. This CLE course will take you step-by-step through the truck crash litigation process to ensure success. The course will also address court order which may seek the restriction of movement with regards to exigent evidence and will include a discussion on preserving vital documents as well as the advantageous use of the Freedom of Information Act. More Info
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Discovery in Surrogates Court: The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly
Surrogate Court practice can be overwhelming for even the seasoned attorney. This CLE course, designed for both experienced state planners looking to up their game and those new to the practice, will offer a comprehensive review of the laws, rules and procedures related to litigating issues in Surrogate’s Court. The course will address these issues from the viewpoints of both the petitioner and the respondent and will present practical tips that will increase efficiency and help guide... More Info
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Drafting the Bullet Proof Civil RICO Complaint
Prosecuting civil actions in Federal Court in situations where defendants engaged in criminal or even quasi-criminal behavior can be aided through Civil RICO complaints. Yet many federal judges are wary of Civil RICO cases and respond by creating OSC hearings or check lists to make sure that RICO claims are both legitimate and that they are pled properly. This CLE course will explain how to establish a ROCI complaint that holds up under Rule 12 of the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure.... More Info
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E-Discovery Case Law Review
Presented by three leaders in e-discovery, including one chief district judge and one Fortune 500 legal director, this CLE course will provide an overview of the key trends and case studies related to e-discovery. The course will present and analyze influential case studies, offer a judicial and in-house counsel perspective on the issues and offer practical advice for creating defensible e-discovery processes. More Info
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E-Discovery Case Law: Sanction Cases You Need to Know
This CLE course will explain e-discovery sanctions and how to protect your company from them. The course will present three noteworthy sanction cases and how they could have been prevented. Trends in e-discovery sanction cases as well as tips and strategies from an experienced panel representing a variety of legal roles will all be included. More Info
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Effective Appellate Advocacy
Effective Appellate Advocates require the flexibility to navigate the ever-changing rules of the appellate courts, as well as the ability to think strategically and communicate effectively. This CLE course will explain how an Appellate Advocate must actually function as a partner in handling attorneys and will provide tips for assessing potential appeals, writing appeals and arguing before the appellate courts. More Info
$291General Credit
