Understanding Your Malpractice Policy

Hear from judges concerning practical considerations when laying foundations in state and federal courts, including: • Pre-trial procedures • Objections at trial • Sidebars regarding foundational issues • Voir dire of expert witnesses • Common mistakes by litigators • Best practices of litigators • Additional judicial perspectives

Benefit from diverse perspectives on the meaning and practical application of civility in the practice of law, from judicial perspectives on common courtroom distractions and annoyances to the results of incivility and the ways that attorneys communicate with pro se litigants, judges, clerks, other courthouse staff, and opposing counsel.

The modern lawyer must use communication skills in many diverse circumstances. This session focuses on ways that we miscommunicate and how to avoid common areas of miscommunication, promoting diversity and inclusion within the profession by helping attorneys communicate more effectively in diverse environments.