Connecticut MCLE - Trial Skills Courses
Connecticut MCLE
Accreditation Info
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Understanding Generic Drug Antitrust Litigation: A Look at “Pay For Delay” and FTC v. Actavis
The market for generic pharmaceuticals has grown tremendously over the years and this growth is one that brand name companies are not happy about. In the 2013 Federal Trade Commission v. Actavis, Inc., 570 U.S. , 133 S. Ct. 2,rns (2013), the US Supreme Court determined that a “pay for delay” or “reverse payment” agreement between a brand name and generic pharmaceutical company, effectively delaying generic entry, may be in violation of anti-trust laws and identified a number of factors that lo... More Info
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Demystifying Jury Selection in a Criminal Case
Many factors determine the outcome of a trial, but none so much as the jury. Jury selection, or voir dire, can make the difference between success and failure no matter the case. How do you determine what type of people to select? This CLE course will go through each aspect of jury selection to help you determine the process and strategy for an effective jury selection. Communication with prospective jurors, selection process and the relevant legal issues will all be discussed. More Info
$551.5General Credits -
Trial Preparation and Procedure
Trial preparation includes the exchange of countless files of information, evidence and testimony. This CLE course will explain the necessary steps trial attorneys must take when receiving a file from another firm. The course will explain the file review process as well as how to use the files to prepare for the trial itself. More Info
$291.25General Credits -
Sentencing Considerations in Federal Court: A Defense Perspective
Noted criminal defense attorney Benjamin Brafman, Esq. offers a detailed overview of the federal sentencing procedure in white collar criminal cases. The CLE course will explore the legal and factual issues to consider, especially as they relate to fraud cases, the process for preparing a formal sentence memorandum and the complex federal sentencing guidelines which may apply. The course will also offer strategies to navigate the delicate process for preparing the client and their families for... More Info
$551.75General Credits -
Preparing Clients for Deposition, Trial and Mediation: A Necessary Investment
Preparing a client for litigation might seem like basic knowledge, yet many attorneys’ approach to this preparation is inefficient, ineffective and superficial, often ignoring the client’s fears and not taking into account their intellectual capacity. This CLE course will explain how to properly prepare a clean for deposition, trial and mediation using cutting-edge proven techniques and strategies. The course will pay special attention to clients’ anxieties and enable them to foresee what is t... More Info
$551.5General Credits -
Legal Ethics 101: Avoiding Common Mistakes and Conducting your Practice with Honesty and Integrity
Conducting your business honestly and with integrity are keys to success. Utilizing the Illinois Rules of Conduct as a framework, this informative CLE course examines the typical mistakes made by newer attorneys, how to preemptively prevent them and address them after the fact. The course will explain common issues that arise with supervising attorneys, clients and opposing counsel. Fee setting, the management of trust accounts and case law related to marketing, multi-jurisdictional practice,... More Info
$651.5Ethics Credits -
Client Interaction Strategies: A Deep Dive Into How We Connect With Our Clients
This CLE program takes a deep dive into the strategies of client communication. Though client communication may seem inherent to what we do as lawyers, this program will encourage you to rethink and reevaluate your approach to interacting with the people you serve. More Info
$291.25General Credits -
Litigating MAGA: Lessons in Advocacy of Controversial and Uncertain Claims
Precedence is a key factor in court rulings, so how should attorneys deal with claims that may seem without precedent? Using Piatek v. Happiest Hour, wherein a business ejected a customer for wearing a Make America Great Again hat, as a springboard, this CLE course will offer tips and strategies for persuasive legal writing and oral advocacy in defending cases of this nature. Through a thorough examination of this case and others like it, the course will explain how these types of cases may be f... More Info
$291.25General Credits -
How to Win Big at Trial
Highlighting the key elements that go into a successful trial outcome, this CLE course, presented by two of America’s most experienced trial lawyers, will explain the whys and how tos that must be adhered to. The course will reveal tips and strategies for ensuring and avoiding specific things that can make or break any jury trial and include practical suggestions from real trials to sharpen and improve your skills. More Info
$812.5General Credits -
Borderline Personality Disorder: Pre-Plea and Pre-Sentence Criminal Mitigation Strategies
Mental illness is often considered a mitigating factor in criminal cases. This fascinating and informative CLE course will explore the mitigation strategies for clients suffering from Borderline Personality Disorder, one of the least understood yet critically important mental illnesses in criminal defense cases. Presented by attorney and forensic expert Dr. Mark Silver, the course will explain the criteria for the diagnosis of Borderline Personality Disorder, present nation-wide statistics and e... More Info
$291.25General Credits
