CLE by the Sea - LITIGATION TRACK
January 2011
CLE by the Sea - LITIGATION TRACK
Moon Palace Golf & Spa Resort
Cancun * Riviera Maya, Mexico
Mid-January is the perfect time to get away to a warm weather destination. Come join us for the first “CLE by the SEA” at a remarkable resort (near Cancun) with fabulous amenities such as golf at the Jack Nicklaus Signature Design Golf Course, spa, beach, ruins, scuba, fishing, shopping, and more!
Every attendee will receive a certificate for a free one-day CBA-CLE class in 2011!
Program Highlights
- Early AM and Late PM format allows time to enjoy the resort
- 2 TRACKS: Litigation and Transactional - Yes - you get CLE too!
- $600 resort credit for spa, golf, non-motorized sports and other recreational activities
- And, we've negotiated GREAT RATES so you can enjoy beautiful white sand beaches; lush tropical foliage; and luxurious resort amenities at one of the world's most popular ALL-INCLUSIVE resort destinations.
Agenda - LITIGATION TRACK
Presented by H. Patrick Furman, Clinical Professor of Law, Emeritus, Boulder, CO
Wednesday, January 19, 2011
Arrival
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Welcome Reception
Thursday, January 20, 2011
6:45 am
Check-in/Registration
Sunrise Buffet Breakfast
7:15 am - 8:30 am
Preparation and Persuasion
Organizing a case for trial
From folders to notebooks to case management software
Selecting a case theory and theme
Clarifying what issue is really at issue
Selecting a persuasive theme that addresses that issue
Jury selection
Identifying the best and worst juror for your theme
The mechanics of selection
Addressing legal issues
Addressing bad facts
Preparing and giving an opening statement
The substance of opening statement
The style of opening statement
Being persuasive without being argumentative
Preparing and giving a closing argument
The substance of closing argument
The style of closing argument
Using what the jury saw and heard
5:00 pm
Après Sea
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Basic direct and cross-examination
Basic direct examination:
Covering the elements of the charge, claim or defense
The relevancy and advocacy limits on topics you can cover
The chapter method of organizing topics and questions within topics
Using open-ended questions
Basic cross-examination:
Covering the elements of the counter-claim or defense
The relevancy and advocacy limits on topics
The chapter and 'chaos' methods of organizing cross examination
Using leading questions
Using 'command' questions
Friday, January 21, 2011
6:45 am
Check-in/Registration
Sunrise Buffet Breakfast
7:15 am - 8:30 am
Advanced Direct and Cross-Examination
Advanced Direct Examination:
Refreshing recollection
Introducing past recorded recollections
Looping
Saving topics for re-direct examination
Advanced Cross-Examination:
Impeaching with a prior inconsistent statement
Using extrinsic evidence of inconsistent statements
Impeaching “new” testimony
Impeaching with a felony conviction
Impeaching with character evidence of truthfulness
5:00 pm
Après Sea
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Foundation, expert and difficult witnesses
Foundation witness discussion includes:
Introducing real and demonstrative evidence
Using that evidence to persuade
Expert witness discussion includes:
Selecting and preparing expert witnesses
Qualifying expert witnesses
Direct examination of experts
Cross-examination of experts
Difficult witness discussion includes:
The witness who is a sympathetic figure
The witness who is very hostile
Saturday, January 22, 2011
6:45 am
Check-in/Registration
Sunrise Buffet Breakfast
7:15 am - 8:30 am
Evidence Issues
Making and meeting objections
The most common objections
Basic and 'speaking' objections
Making a complete record
Character evidence
When character is 'at issue'
The general admissibility of other character evidence
A hearsay refresher
The definitions
The most common 803 exceptions
The most common 804 exceptions
The residual exception
Hearsay within hearsay
Impeaching the hearsay declarant
5:00 pm
Après Sea
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Litigation Ethics
Investigation and preparation
Relations with witnesses generally
Statutes governing relations with witnesses
Preparation and 'woodshedding' of witnesses
Disclosure of adverse information
How to handle incriminating physical evidence
Accidental disclosure: FRE 502
Opening Statements
The reasonable and good-faith belief requirement
Avoiding argumentation
Examinations Generally
Cross-examining the truthful witness
Presenting a perjurious witness
Dealing with a perjurious client
The reasonable and good-faith belief requirement
Closing argument
Mis-statements of the law
Mis-statements of the facts
Statements of personal belief
Appealing to the passions or prejudices of the jury
Professionalism
Calling people liars
6:30 pm
CLE by the SEA Adjourns
ADIOS!
Faculty
H. Patrick Furman
Clinical Professor of Law, Emeritus
Boulder, CO
Transportation Information
Several air carriers are offering reasonable rates for nonstop and one-stop flights (roundtrip), and we recommend taking advantage of those fares as soon as possible. There are many options to choose from including American Airlines, Delta, Frontier, Continental, US Air, and others. Additionally, we recommend checking with discount websites such as www.expedia.com, www.travelocity.com, www.kayak.com, www.ORBITZ.com, and others.
Once you have registered for the program, additional information regarding ground transportation from the airport to the resort will be provided.
Resort/Lodging Information
ROOM RATES:
Superior Deluxe Interior View Rates:
- Single Occupancy: $344
- Double Occupancy: $384 ($192 pp)
- Triple Occupancy: $555
- Quadruple Occupancy: $708
Presidential LR, Dining, King Sunrise:
- Single or Double Occupancy : $960
Hint: For Superior Deluxe Interior View Rooms, you'll get the best value for 2 or more guests per room! Bring a spouse; bring a friend and save!
Reservations for pre and post stays must be pre-paid at the time of booking. Children under 4 years of age are free. Children between 4 and 17 years when sharing room with parents are $54.00 USD per child per night.
LODGING INFORMATION:
Please CLICK HERE to make your reservation
- Reservations must be secured with a MasterCard or Visa credit card valid up to date of departure.
- Only one credit card will be accepted as payment for each reservation.
- Reservation will be charged with one night amount of the total stay at time of booking.
- Cancellations must be received at least one week prior to arrival or entire stay will be charged.
- Individuals are responsible for room and incidental charges. A credit card imprint will be taken upon arrival, full payment of individual guest accounts prior departure. The Hotel accepts American Express, MasterCard and Visa credit cards, traveler's checks and cash. Personal checks are not accepted at the Hotel.
- PLEASE MAKE YOUR RESERVATION BY THE CUT-OFF DATE OF DECEMBER 19, 2010.
Pricing/Tax Deduction
CLE by the SEA tuition includes admission to the entire program, a welcome reception, and digital course materials (flash drive available for pick up on site at registration). Early AM and Late PM format allows time to enjoy the resort
CBA Member $309
Non-Member $349
This is an outstanding rate for a 4-day CLE conference (not to mention an amazing location), but just in case you want added incentive to attend…
Every attendee will receive a certificate for a free one-day CBA-CLE class in 2011!
Tax Deduction: An income tax deduction may be allowed for educational expenses, including registration, travel, meals, and lodging, if they improve or maintain professional skills in accordance with the limitations and requirements of the Internal Revenue Code.
Cancellation policy
CBA-CLE:
If you are unable to attend, please notify CBA/CLE by December 10, 2010 and we will gladly refund your tuition less a $100 cancellation fee.
MOON PALACE RESORT & SPA:
No-shows and early departures are non-refundable and will be charged for the entire stay of confirmed reservation.
Hotel Cancellations
- Cancellations received from date of booking to 45 days prior to arrival will be charged a penalty fee of $50.00 per person.
- Cancellations received within 45 days of arrival a one night deposit charge will apply.
- A refund will not proceed when a reduction of persons per room is made directly onsite.
- One night penalty will be charged for no shows
Location Information
Moon Palace Golf & Spa Resort
Cancun * Riviera Maya, Mexico
Cancun, OC
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Cancun * Riviera Maya, Mexico
Cancun, OC
Registration Fees
| Non Member | $349.00 |
| CBA | $309.00 |
- General Credits: 10.00
- Ethics Credits: 1.80
- EDI Credits:
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