Washington MCLE - Trial Skills Courses
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Diversity and Race in Jury Selection
This fascinating CLE course will look at jury selection from the historical lens of diversity and race. The course will examine how the “all white juries” of the past resulted in infamous miscarriages of justice and how the Supreme Court has addressed the racial discrimination in jury selection going all the way back to the 1880’s. The course will take a particular look at New York State courts and how they have recently addressed this issues and then zoom out to look at what other sta... More Info
$341.25Ethics Credits -
DUI 101: The Road to the Best Possible Outcome in a DUI Case
Covering the basics of California DUI cases, this CLE course will address how to deal with a client facing a DUI charge as well as the different roles played by a DUI advocate. The course will present the structure for analyzing and breaking down a DUI investigation, dealing with the DMV and strategies for favorable dispositions and DUI defense. More Info
$291.25Law & Legal Proc. -
Effective Legal Writing for the Attorney Practitioner
Writing is a key skill for attorney practitioners. This CLE course will function as an advanced legal writing course and will include training in how to draft pleadings using a variation of Issue, Rule, Analysis, Conclusion (IRAC) called Conclusion, Rule, Analysis, and Conclusion (CRAC). The main focus of the course will be tips for effective writing that provides clear, sound arguments and analysis. Issues of grammar, motions, legal memoranda, briefs and correspondence will all be add... More Info
$291.25Law & Legal Proc. -
Evolution Of An Eviction Moratorium: Landlord Tenant Strategies And Emergency Rental Assistance
New York’s eviction moratorium has evolved dramatically since the outset of the pandemic. This CLE course will explain that evolution within the context of the court’s strategy in handling a huge backlog in evictions. The course will explain the success in moving forward with their congested calendar and the de facto stay that is being put in place for tenants who apply to the Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP). The course will present the expectations that applicants must have... More Info
$291.25Law & Legal Proc. -
Five Critical Developments in Class Action Litigation
One of the most consistently evolving areas of jurisprudence, class action litigation also has the highest stakes of any field of litigation and the broad guidelines of Rule 23 results in a wide array of both practical and academic debates. This CLE course will address recent development in five major areas of the law as they relate to class litigation. These theoretical and practical presentations of Article III jurisprudence, arbitration, administrative feasibility, post-Rule 23(e) c... More Info
$291.25Law & Legal Proc. -
George Floyd Case: The Evidence, Arguments, Verdict and Sentence in the Criminal Case Against Derek Chauvin
The charges and evidence supporting the conviction of Derek Chauvin, the former police officer charged in the killing of George Floyd evolved from manslaughter to murder. This case, wherein the police officer placed his knee on the victim’s neck, commanded national attention and was one of the events that spurred the Black Lives Matter movement. This CLE course will review the charges – third degree murder, second degree murder and second degree manslaughter and the evidence that creat... More Info
$291.25Law & Legal Proc. -
Handling Liens in Personal Injury Cases
Statutory liens are part of every personal injury case. Known as “leeches” in the industry, these are often state-specific. This CLE course, designed for practiced as well as new attorneys, will approach the issue from a general standpoint and will focus primarily on those typically encountered in standard practice. The course will address ERISA, Medicaid, and Medicare and will offer a topical outline as well as reference to the continually updated manuals that are most helpful... More Info
$291.25Law & Legal Proc. -
I Want the Truth! How to Use Impeachment Effectively In Court
Effective impeachment of a witness under the Federal Rules of Evidence requires both skills and strategy. This CLE course will offer a thorough analysis of the relevant rules of evidence, primary impeachment methods and tips for conducting an effective witness impeachment. Real world examples of impeachment during a trial will be presented. More Info
$291.25Law & Legal Proc. -
Jury Selection In Civil Cases: What You Need To Know
Jury selection is a critical aspect of a trial’s success and opening remarks form their first impression of the facts of the case. Jury selection must be thought-out and strategic. This CLE course, presented by Jeffrey M. Kimmel, one of New York’s leading civil trial attorneys, will explain the key factors in a well-executed jury selection and how it can impact your outcome. The course will review various methodologies regarding jury selection including creating an “ideal juror” frame... More Info
$291.25Law & Legal Proc. -
Legal Issues in Divorce Cases: Equitable Distribution, Spousal Maintenance and Child Support
New York has utilized New Jersey’s equitable distribution law as the basis for their laws instituting and applying equitable distribution in all divorces. This CLE course will address the current applicable statutory as well as recent case law on the topic and offer strategies to best argue for your client’s financial situation. The course will discuss child support and spousal maintenance taking into account current statutes and guidelines and recent applicable cases. The cour... More Info
$291.25Law & Legal Proc.
