Winning at Trial 2016: Practical Pointers
November 2016
Winning at Trial 2016: Practical Pointers
Co-sponsored and presented by the Colorado Chapter of the American College of Trial Lawyers
Program Description:
This is your annual one day trial advocacy program presented by the Colorado Chapter of the American College of Trial Lawyers. Its distinguished faculty are highly experienced litigators and strategists who will share with you practical pointers for winning your clients’ cases.
Topics include Jury Selection, Creating Trial Themes and Graphics, Taking Depositions, Opening Statement, Direct Examination, Cross Examination, and Social Media.
Don’t Miss This Opportunity to Learn from Those Who Know Trial Law Inside and Out! Register Now!
Program Agenda
8:30 – 9:00am
Registration and Continental Breakfast
8:55am
Welcome and Introduction
Timothy G. O’Neill, Partner, Snell & Wilmer
9:00am
Jury Selection: Practical Tips for Mastering this Crucial Trial Skill
Presented by Mary A. Wells, Esq., Member, Wells, Anderson & Race LLC
9:50am
Creating Compelling and Effective Trial Themes and Graphics
Presented by Stephanie Kelsoe, President, and Stephanie Jones, Trial Support Consultant, Z-Axis, LLC
10:40am
Networking Break
10:55am
Taking Depositions That You Can Really Use at Trial
Presented by Kevin Shea, Esq., Partner, Richilano Shea LLC
11:45am
Lunch On Your Own
1:00pm
Opening Statement: The Importance of a Compelling, Comprehensive and Persuasive Opening Statement
Presented by Lester Nieves, Esq., Member, Lester Nieves P.C.
1:30pm
Direct Examination: Scientific Evidence, Disclosure and Daubert Issues
Presented by Robert Foster, J.D., Ph.D.
2:30pm
Cross Examination: Effective Techniques
Presented by Christopher H. Toll, Esq., Partner, Holland & Hart LLP
3:20pm
Networking Break
3:35pm
Permissive Use of Social Media in Voir Dire – Update
Presented by Timothy G. O'Neill, Esq., Partner, Snell & Wilmer, Program Chair
4:15pm
Adjourn
Location Information
CLECI Large Classroom
1900 Grant Street, Suite 300
Denver, CO 80203
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1900 Grant Street, Suite 300
Denver, CO 80203
Registration Fees
| Non Member | $339.00 |
| CBA Member | $309.00 |
| CBA Litigation Section Member | $279.00 |
| Colorado ACTL Member | $279.00 |
| New Lawyer Edge Partner | $164.50 |
| CLEACCESSBASIC - BASIC Pass Holder | $99.00 |
| CLEACCESSPASS--ELITE Pass Holder | $0.00 |
- General Credits: 7.00
- Ethics Credits: 0.00
- EDI Credits:
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Sponsor Information
- From Pre-Trial to Verdict, Learn Trial Skills and Tactics
- Highly Experienced Litigators and Strategists Share Practical Pointers at Annual Trial Advocacy Program
- Seasoned Litigators and Strategists Share Expertise on Jury Selection, Trial Themes and Graphics, Depositions, Opening Statement, Direct Examination, and Cross Examination at Annual Trial Tactics and Skills Program