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This third and final segment of Minnesota CLE’s Civil Litigation A to Z Series focuses on The End Game. Learn about the final stages of a litigation matter. Experienced practitioners will provide tips and best practices for motion practice in state and federal court, how to use expert witnesses, trial practice in both state and federal courts, post-trial matters and appeal, judgments, and much more!
ADDED BENEFIT: All series purchasers will receive a free 1-year subscription to the LinkedLaw edition of Minnesota CLE’s Minnesota State District Court Practice Deskbook.Times listed are Central Time.
Thursday, September 2, 2021
9:00 – 10:00 a.m.
Civil Litigation A to Z: The End Game – Expert Disclosures and Challenges
Understanding expert witness disclosures and challenges is key to successful litigation practice. Presenters will address what you need to know to be sure that you have met all the standards imposed by the rules in both federal and Minnesota state court. Topics include:
– Cort G. Sylvester; Nilan Johnson Lewis PA
– Brandie L. Morgenroth; Nilan Johnson Lewis PA
Friday, September 3, 2021
12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
Civil Litigation A to Z: The End Game – Effective Motion Practice in Minnesota State Court
Motion practice is the lifeblood of civil litigation. In this program, experienced practitioners share key “do’s and don’ts” regarding non-dispositive and dispositive motions in Minnesota state court. Learn practical and strategic considerations related to effective motion practice, with an eye toward how best to advance your clients’ interests in the litigation process. Topics include:
– Susan L. Gaertner; Gray Plant Mooty
– Gregory R. Merz; Gray Plant Mooty
Thursday, September 9, 2021
9:00 – 10:00 a.m.
Civil Litigation A to Z: The End Game – Effective Motion Practice in Federal Court
In this presentation, experienced practitioners share key “dos and don’ts” regarding non-dispositive and dispositive motions in federal court. Learn practical and strategic considerations related to effective motion practice, with an eye toward how best to advance your clients’ interests in the litigation process. Topics include:
– Martin S. Chester; Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP
– Kate E. Middleton; Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP
Thursday, September 9, 2021
12:00 – 2:00 p.m.
Civil Litigation A to Z: The End Game – How to Win Your Trial
In this presentation, David Gross and Chuck Webber, co-authors of NITA’s Power Trial Method, will take you from jury selection to jury verdict so that you will be ready to take your civil case all the way to trial. David and Chuck will discuss the principal differences between a state court trial and a federal court trial and some of the unknown rules of trying your case. By the end of the session, you will be ready to walk into any courtroom and try your case!
– David J.F. Gross; Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP
– Honorable Charles F. Webber; First Judicial District
Tuesday, September 14, 2021
12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
Civil Litigation A to Z: The End Game – Making Post-Trial Motions and Initiating Appeals
Presenters will address the ins and outs of post-trial motions and initiating appeals in both federal and Minnesota state court. Topics include:
– Kay Nord Hunt; Lommen Abdo, P.A.
– Michelle K. Kuhl; Lommen Abdo, P.A.
Wednesday, September 22, 2021
12:00 – 1:30 p.m.
Civil Litigation A to Z: The End Game – The Basics of Collecting or Vacating a Judgment
Sometimes the entry of judgment is just the beginning of work for counsel. This presentation provides a high-level overview and introduction to the basics of judgment enforcement and key elements related to vacating a judgment – applicable both in state and federal court. Experienced collection/litigation counsel will discuss:
– George Warner; Warner Law, LLC
– Mercedes Gustafson; Magus Law, PLLC
$295
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This package provides 7.5 total CLE credits. Credits should be reported individually for each webcast attended, not the package as a whole.
Minnesota CLE has applied to the Minnesota State Board of CLE for the standard, ethics, and elimination of bias CLE credits as listed below. Application has been made to the Minnesota State Bar Association for any "specialist" credits and to the Supreme Court ADR Program for any continuing education in ADR credits.
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Civil Litigation A to Z: The End Game – Expert Disclosures and Challenges
1.0 standard CLE credit
1.0 civil trial specialist credit
Civil Litigation A to Z: The End Game – Effective Motion Practice in Minnesota State Court
1.0 standard CLE credit
1.0 civil trial specialist credit
Civil Litigation A to Z: The End Game – Effective Motion Practice in Federal Court
1.0 standard CLE credit
1.0 civil trial specialist credit
Civil Litigation A to Z: The End Game – How to Win Your Trial
2.0 standard CLE credits
2.0 civil trial specialist credits
Civil Litigation A to Z: The End Game – Making Post-Trial Motions and Initiating Appeals
1.0 standard CLE credit
1.0 civil trial specialist credit
Civil Litigation A to Z: The End Game – The Basics of Collecting or Vacating a Judgment
1.5 standard CLE credits
1.5 civil trial specialist credits
