Connecticut MCLE - Trial Skills Courses
Connecticut MCLE
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Aggressive Presentation of Medical Evidence, and Other Trial Tips from a Veteran Defense Lawyer
Many in the legal field believe that jurors are swayed by emotions, bias and personal preference. This hour-long CLE course will make the case that what most influences jurors is the evidence. The course will use that as the basis for a presentation on why medical professionals should testify about critical chart entries bearing on liability, damages and proximate causes as well as the benefit of medical evidence obtained from the original author versus an expert. The course will explain the r... More Info
$291.25General Credits -
Killer Depositions: Tactics, Tips, & Techniques That Can Make or Break Your Case
Fact dependent cases rely on depositions, both of your client and your opponent. This CLE course will offer a brief guide into how to properly and effectively plan for depositions including the psychological and strategic issues that come into play. Critical portions of the CPLR and Uniform Rules designed to guide attorneys though conflicts will also be presented. More Info
$552.5General Credits -
Pre-Trial Motions: 4th and 5th Amendment Violations
Criminal Defense lawyers rely on pre-trial motions for the success of their cases. This CLE course will present the most common mistakes that can be made through the violation of the 4th and 5th amendments regarding pre-trial motions. The course will provide familiarity with the issues that will make you a more effective criminal defense attorney. More Info
$551.75General Credits -
Medical Malpractice: Pick Your Cases Carefully
Case selection and early review of potential medical malpractice cases are critical aspects to your success. Medical malpractice cases, as one of the few requiring a certificate of merit prior to filing, they are frequently discussed regarding tort reform, particularly given that the settlements from these cases are often related to the severity of injury. This CLE course will discuss the importance of early review and the prevention of frivolous cases and improve your chances of success. More Info
$291.25General Credits -
Basic Motion Writing
Writing a civil motion requires a specific set of knowledge and skills. This one hour CLE course will provide the basics for writing civil motions for filing in the New York State Supreme Court. The course will review how to draft and produce a NYSCEF-ready motion which includes Notice of Motion, Attorney Affirmation and Memorandum of Law. The course will also explain how to plan and organize the process of writing to ensure high-quality motions that will succeed in providing the best results... More Info
$291General Credit -
How to Prepare for High Profile Cases
High profile cases include the added pressure of intense media attention. This CLE course will explain how to effectively handle a high profile case and make the extra attention work to your advantage. Understanding what will pique the interest of local, national and international media as well as parameters to avoid breach of ethics in implementing these strategies will be addressed. More Info
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The United States Supreme Court: A Foundational Model Approach to the 4th Amendment
How to resolve a legal conflict wherein the very behavior that police officers believe to be their ace in the hole actually destroys their case? This is the issue with search and seizure – conduct that the majority of officers believe to be constitutional is not, and can actually harm their case. This CLE course will explain this conduct and the constitutional provisions of the 4th Amendment to clarify constitutional conduct as well as help attorneys navigate the situation in court. More Info
$551.5General Credits -
Achieving Precision in the Written Word
The written word is the cornerstone of the legal profession. It is the source of all precedence, and the measure by which we interpret and enforce the laws. The words we use for the protection of rights cannot be ambiguous, but rather must be precise and clear. This CLE course will offer participants tested methods, guidelines and procedures to create communication that upholds these standards, are error-free and provide clarity in all forms of memorialized media. More Info
$551.5General Credits -
From Consultation To Cross-Examination: Critical Skills In Handling A NY DWI Case
DWI cases in NY are more complicated than people realize. This CLE course will explain how to assist a client during consultation, arraignment and potential litigation. The course will include strategies for assessment to enable you to better advise clients on potential outcomes of a plea agreement as well as how a client’s license may be impacted during the process. The course will also include approaches to cross-examining the arresting officer and increase chances of a successful outcome. More Info
$552.25General Credits -
Practical Problems In Everyday Practice: DWI Arrests
Attorneys handling DWI cases in NY face a variety of practical issues. This CLE course will explain the NYS-DMV regulations which may have a significant impact on the outcome of DWI’s and DUI’s. The course will review options for representing underage clients, out-of-state offenders and commercial drivers and will also address the Ignition Interlock Device, to whom it applies and how to address potential violations of its use. More Info
$291General Credit
