South Dakota CLE - Litigation Courses
This is a listing of Litigation CLE Courses for South Dakota. Please make your selection below of South Dakota 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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Representing Comic Book Creator Clients
The comic industry has seen some serious shifts in the last two years. This informative CLE course will present the fundamentals of representation in the comic book industry and explain new areas of litigation and transactional work. New distribution models, NFT’s and other developments and their impact on the industry will be explored along with topics of inclusion and diversity essential to successful representation. More Info
$813.25General Credits -
Cross Examination of the Arresting Officer and DRE in a DWAI Drugs Case
Navigating DWAI drug cases and effectively representing clients requires knowledge and strategy. This CLE course will use practical examples to explain the various methods of cross-examining an arresting officer. Drawing on the knowledge of a former drug recognition expert, the course will then pivot to the cross-examination of the DRE including a discussion of protocol and how to determine the correct drug category to apply. The course will conclude with a discussion on how to uncover... More Info
$551.5General Credits -
The Patent Process for the Curious: What Lawyers Need to Know
Patent law is one of the lesser known areas of law, in particular from a procedural standpoint. Special licensing and exclusive exams, as well as an undergraduate degree in science or engineering, dictate who can practice patent law and only practitioners will have real in-depth knowledge. With only about 40,000 active practitioners in the US, course work in the field is extremely limited. Regardless, it isn’t uncommon for an attorney with little or no background in patent prosecution... More Info
$291General Credit -
Discovery in a Tractor Trailer Case
Truck crash litigation is unlike standard vehicular cases. This CLE course will take you step-by-step through the truck crash litigation process to ensure success. The course will also address court order which may seek the restriction of movement with regards to exigent evidence and will include a discussion on preserving vital documents as well as the advantageous use of the Freedom of Information Act. More Info
$291General Credit -
I Want the Truth! How to Use Impeachment Effectively In Court
Effective impeachment of a witness under the Federal Rules of Evidence requires both skills and strategy. This CLE course will offer a thorough analysis of the relevant rules of evidence, primary impeachment methods and tips for conducting an effective witness impeachment. Real world examples of impeachment during a trial will be presented. More Info
$291.25General Credits -
Meteorology and the Law: Hazardous Weather Preparedness and Litigation
Weather-related lawsuits primarily stem from a failure to properly prepare for weather-related events, whether due to lack of knowledge or misinformation. Advance preparation for major or even minor weather hazards can protect lives, property and communities, particularly in a changing climate. This CLE course will introduce a survey of the field of forensic meteorology and explain how weather data is analyzed to reconstruct past events and anticipate future ones. The course will provi... More Info
$291.25General Credits -
Man Your Battle Stations: Construction Claims & Successful Resolution
This CLE course will provide the background needed to effectively look at claims, both in preparation and the review stages. The course will offer alternative avenues to address various claims, both with regards to time and cost as well as how to recruit the most effective expert to achieve success for you and your client. The course will take into account issues such as record-keeping and documentation, alternative views on events related to the claim, client handling of the situation... More Info
$812.75General Credits -
E-Discovery Primer for the Luddite and Anti-Technology Practitioner
This informative CLE course will explore the fundamentals of e-discovery and its process. The course will focus primarily on the federal rules that impact e-discovery as well as: data preservation the Electronic Discovery Reference Model (EDRM) litigation/legal hold, document gathering and review forensics predictive, early case assessment predictive coding social media attorney due diligence The course will also offer an overview and demonstration of the navigation and use o... More Info
$551.5General Credits -
Direct Examination and Cross Examination: A Practitioner's Primer
This CLE course will review the basic concepts of direct and cross examination. Designed primarily for a new practitioner yet useful as a refresher for seasoned attorneys, this informative CLE course will explain various theories of story-telling, persuasion, ethical issues in the preparation and examination of witnesses and organizational strategies in developing an examination’s purpose, substance, structure, tactical approaches, potential pitfalls and tips to avoid common mistakes.... More Info
$813General Credits -
Effective Use of Expert Witnesses in Your Case
Expert witnesses are a critical component in assisting attorneys by making sure the client’s best interest is at the forefront of a case. Making sure everyone is on the same page, verifying the quality and quantity of available documentation, theories of liability and the cause of damages are all essential in increasing the likelihood of success. This CLE course will address the importance of the initial witness retention as well as their support throughout the trial. The course is des... More Info
$291General Credit
