California MCLE - Trial Skills Courses
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Criminal Dog Bite Cases for Law Enforcement, Animal Control, Prosecutors and Judges
Criminal cases in dog attacks are important in preserving public safety. Anyone can be bitten by a dog and the results can be catastrophic. The roles of law enforcement, public safety & animal control officers and prosecutors are essential in keeping a community safe from reckless dog owners and stray dogs. A former prosecutor shares the secret in these unique cases. More Info
$501.25General Credits -
Winning Dog Bite Cases for Plaintiffs and Defense Tactics
This CLE course will discuss tips for winning dog bite cases for your injured client, trends in dog bites cases, understanding different types of victims, especially children and the pitfalls of dog bite cases. Presenting damages and preserving evidence will also be discussed. A former prosecutor turned personal injury trial attorney shares her tips. More Info
$751.75General Credits -
Prepping Clients for Depositions in Federal Cases
This CLE course is intended to instruct newer attorneys on the proper preparation of a witness called to testify as a client representative pursuant to F.R.C.P. 30(B)(6). Attendees will be instructed on the proper purpose of a deposition, preparation of witness testimony, and document review in preparation for a deposition. Participants will also be instructed on biochemical stress reactions to warn deponents of prior to depositions. More Info
$501General Credit -
Crossing State and International Lines for Discovery and Enforcement of Judgments
Since the rise of modern commerce, the need to cross jurisdictional boundaries for discovery during litigation, and the enforcement of judgements arising therefrom, has existed. This CLE course provides an historical overview of the development of this issue in the Western world as well as practical resources for the United States practitioner to effectively cross state and international boundaries when necessary, in the zealous representation of their client. A general underst... More Info
$501General Credit -
Custody Decisions: When God and Culture Have a Say
This CLE lecture will present an analysis of cases relating to custody matters characterized by the issues of culture and religion, as well as the difference on these issues between the two parents. It will review case law and psychological protocols that are used to understand what factors a court will consider and what weight it will attribute in the handling of these matters. More Info
$501General Credit -
A Voyage Through the Terrain of NYS Administrative Hearings
This CLE course is designed to assist new or unfamiliar attorneys and Administrative Law Judges to understand general aspects of New York State administrative adjudicatory proceedings. The itinerary includes instruction on the initial establishment of the New York State administrative hearing process, administrative law judges vs. other judges, the basic skills needed to conduct hearings, the relevant components of a hearing, the roles and functions of the parties and how to implement... More Info
$1252.75General Credits -
Diversity and Race in Jury Selection
This course will take a historical look at diversity and race in jury selection and how “all-white juries” have led to infamous miscarriages of justice throughout the years. We will also examine how the Supreme Court has addressed racial discrimination in jury selection from the 1880s to present day, and how various courts have recently addressed this issue. Lastly, we will look at what states across the country are currently doing to limit racial discrimination in jury selecti... More Info
$501.25Elimination Bias -
Handling Liens in Personal Injury Cases
This CLE course is designed to present an overview of the “leeches” on every personal injury case – the statutory lien. It is suitable for the experienced and novice practitioner and will approach the issue generally rather than state specific. Though many liens are mentioned, the course will concentrate on the ones most encountered in typical practice: ERISA, Medicare and Medicaid. A topical outline will be provided as well as reference to a very practical book on the topic th... More Info
$501.25General Credits -
DUI 101: The Road to the Best Possible Outcome in a DUI Case
This CLE presentation covers the basics of a California DUI case. The presentation covers the following: Dealing with a client who is facing DUI charges, the different hats of a DUI advocate, and the structure of how to examine and break down a DUI investigation. We then go into dealing with the DMV. Finally, we discuss strategies for DUI defenses and favorable dispositions. This course is good for someone who is considering taking on DUI matters. More Info
$501.25General Credits -
The ABCs of DVSJA (Domestic Violence Survivors Justice Act)
This CLE session will provide information and strategies regarding, how, when, and for whom to use the Domestic Violence Survivors Justice Act to reduce prison time for your clients at both sentencing hearings and on appeal. The session will also provide tips for working with survivors who may be hesitant to discuss their past. More Info
$751.5General Credits