Rhode Island MCLE - Trial Skills Courses
This is a listing of Trial Skills CLE Courses for Rhode Island. Please make your selection below of Rhode Island CLE courses. Click "Add To Cart" to purchase Individual CLE Courses. For more information about a particular CLE course, click on the "More Info" link. Click the "Preview" button to view a short preview of the course.
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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
$551.5General Credits -
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Neuro Anatomy for Lawyers
Lawyers are by no means medical professionals, and yet some client representation requires an understanding of anatomy, physiology and biology that is beyond the knowledge base of an attorney. This CLE course will offer the basics on musculoskeletal and neuroanatomy, and an understanding of the anatomical regions and how they may come in to play in expert witness testimony. More Info
$551.5General Credits -
On-DemandOnline & iOS/Android App
What You Need to Know and Do to Try a Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy Case
Chronic traumatic Encephalopathy cases require advance knowledge of neurology, neuroimaging, neuropsychology and neural science in order to be successful. This knowledge is critical for both direct examination of medical examination and perhaps more importantly for the utilization of generally accepted medical literature which is often referred to regarding medical issues related to CTE. This CLE course will explain these issues, the knowledge required and how it can be used as well how and wh... More Info
$2649.5General Credits -
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Appealing to the Board of Immigration Appeals
Immigration Law seems to be changing on a constant basis and winning a case in immigration court has never been more of a challenge. This CLE course will offer strategies in how to appeal to the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA) and present motions to the board as well as standards of review and writing tips. The course will explain the importance of creating a proper record for appeal, lodging an appeal correctly and composing effective appellate briefs to the BIA. The course will pr... More Info
$291General Credit -
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Let’s Talk About Race: How to Get Potential Jurors to Talk About Race and Racism
Conversations about race are always sensitive. This is particularly true today and even more particularly when it comes to juries. This CLE course will explain how lawyers should approach issues of race with potential jurors. The course will present the reasoning for why it’s important to have discussions about race and racism, the relevant legal issues and tips and strategies for addressing the issues. More Info
$291General Credit -
On-DemandOnline & iOS/Android App
Criminal Defense Strategies: How Former Prosecutors Use Mitigation Information to Defend the Accused
Criminal defense clients provide particular challenges for attorneys. How to humanize them, mitigate incriminating information and help negotiate and advocate for clients requires specific knowledge and skill. This CLE course will explain how mitigating factors and information presented at court can impact sentencing and the various strategies that can be used throughout the trial and sentencing phases. More Info
$291General Credit -
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Police Liability Under Section 1983: Critical Steps for the Trial Lawyer
Critical decision making is a key skill for any practicing attorney. This CLE presentation will guide you through a high-exposure death case and the fifteen most important decision that attorneys must make to both prosecute and defend. These decisions include case selection for the plaintiff, discovery for both, expert retention for both, timing and contents for dispositive motions and settlements. Cross-examinations, qualified immunity, post-trial motions and special verdict forms as well as... More Info
$552General Credits -
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A Trial Attorney's Strategy on How to Convince a Jury
While there are never any guarantees when it comes to juries, there are techniques available to trial attorneys looking for a favorable outcome. This CLE course will explain the various approaches and strategies as well as specific wording that can be used to help you win your case. Cross examination techniques that guide witnesses to inadvertently assist your case as well as tips for appealing to jury sentiment through emotional direction in closing arguments will be addressed. More Info
$551.5General Credits -
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Trial Preparation Skills: Personal Injury Cases
A trial is like a performance and requires a tremendous amount of rehearsal in order for the final outcome to be flawless. In the case of trials, rehearsal means developing a theory about the case, analyzing evidence, witness preparation and forming opening and closing statements. This CLE course, presented by Jeffrey M. Kimmel, a leading civil trial attorney, will explain various aspects of the trial preparation process. The course will explain the various stages including discovery, de... More Info
$551.5General Credits -
On-DemandOnline & iOS/Android App
Effective Appellate Advocacy
Effective Appellate Advocates require the flexibility to navigate the ever-changing rules of the appellate courts, as well as the ability to think strategically and communicate effectively. This CLE course will explain how an Appellate Advocate must actually function as a partner in handling attorneys and will provide tips for assessing potential appeals, writing appeals and arguing before the appellate courts. More Info
$291General Credit
