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Provided by: Lorman Education Services Appellate Practice: A View From the Bench |
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Register for this information-packed seminar and get a win-win approach to succeeding in appeals court. Hear about the latest issues in jurisdiction, finality and standards of review. Get all your toughest questions answered regarding writing a successful brief. Find out how you can prosper in spite of complex laws and changing legal standards.
We'll show you how to overcome any obstacles you may encounter - including issues surrounding C.A.R. 21 proceedings. Whether you are new to your field or have years of experience, you'll walk away with the ability to confidently handle every challenge you face.
Benefits for You
- Hear experienced judges' perspectives on writing better briefs
- Top strategies for developing your oral argument
- Learn about the importance of the standard of review
- Expertly handle ethical issues pertaining to appellate practice - including conflicts of interest
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8:30 am - 9:00 am Registration
9:00 am - 10:30 am Jurisdiction, Finality and Standards of Review
- Hon. Steven L. Bernard
- Jurisdiction
- Trial Court's Jurisdiction
- Preservation of Issues in Trial Court
- Subject Matter Jurisdiction
- Standing
- Mootness
- Satisfaction of Judgment
- Waiver
- Finality
- Standards of Review
10:30 am - 10:45 am Break
10:45 am - 12:15 pm Writing Better Briefs
- Hon. Daniel M. Taubman
- Outlining Your Brief
- Developing Your Theme or Story
- Choosing Issues to Appeal and Their Order of Presentation
- Drafting a Persuasive Statement of Issues
- Enhancing Your Credibility Through Your Statement of Facts
- Describing the Case
- Summarizing the Argument
- Addressing Each Issue Effectively
- Knowing When to Request Attorney Fees
- Getting to the Finish Line
12:15 pm - 1:15 pm Lunch (On Your Own)
1:15 pm - 2:00 pm COA Motions, C.A.R. 21 Proceedings, Cert Practice
- Hon. Dennis A. Graham
and Hon. John R. Webb
- Motions in the Court of Appeals
- Original Proceedings in the Supreme Court Under C.A.R. 21
- Seeking Certiorari Review in the Supreme Court
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Effective Oral Argument
- Hon. Dennis A. Graham
- Generating Impact
- Preparing Argument Capsules
- Using Questions From the Bench
- Time Management
3:00 pm - 3:15 pm Break
3:15 pm - 4:05 pm Appellate Ethics
- Hon. John R. Webb
- Applicable Ethics Rules
- Whether to File an Appeal
- Prosecuting the Appeal
- Conflicts of Interest
- Action by the Court of Appeals
4:05 pm - 4:30 pm Questions and Answers
- Hon. Steven L. Bernard, Hon. Dennis A. Graham,
Hon. Daniel M. Taubman and Hon. John R. Webb
