Probate Litigation Practicum: Trust & Estate Spring Update
April 2014
Probate Litigation Practicum: Trust & Estate Spring Update
Live program workshop only!!
Program Description:
Don't miss the opportunity to practice the elements of courtroom evidence that are most important for probate practitioners to know.
First, as a larger group, you will learn the evidentiary technique. Then you'll break into small groups for role-playing and discussion. A faculty member coach will lead your small group as you practice the technique and give you individual attention and feedback.
Whether it's learning the hearsay rules, how to lay a foundation, expert testimony or the Dead Man's Statute, don't miss this chance for one-on-one learning from some of the most knowledgeable probate law judges and litigators in the State.
Agenda:
8:30am
Registration and Continental Breakfast
9:00am
Introduction and Welcome
Elizabeth A. Bryant, Esq., and Kelly Dickson Cooper, Esq., Program Co-Chairs
9:15am
Laying a Foundation - The Basics of Introducing Exhibits
- Authenticity
- Introducing Your Exhibits
- Overcoming Challenges to Your Exhibits
- Is It Relevant?
- Admitting Medical Records
- Dealing with Common Objections
Presented by the Honorable David Prince
10:15am
Networking Break
10:30am
Practice Admitting Exhibits/Medical Records from Hypothetical with Your Coaches
11:15am
Expert Testimony
(15-minute Demonstration Followed by 45 Minutes of Practice with Your Coaches)
- Qualifying Your Expert
- Drafting Attorney as Fact Witness
- Capacity Issues
Led by the Honorable C. Jean Stewart (ret.)
12:15pm
Lunch
1:30pm
Dead Man's Statute
(15-minute Demonstration Followed by 45 Minutes of Practice with Your Coaches)
- Purpose
- Exceptions
- 2013 Revisions
Led by Herbert E. Tucker, IV, Esq.
2:30pm
Hearsay Exceptions Often Used in Probate Litigation
(15-minute Demonstration Followed by 45 Minutes of Practice with Your Coaches)
- Statements Regarding Then-Existing Mental, Emotional or Physical Condition
- Reputation Concerning Personal or Family History
- Excited Utterance
- Statements Against Interest
Led by Christine J. Law, Esq.
3:30pm
The Art of Probate Litigation: Ask the Coaches
A Panel Presentation and Interactive Discussion
4:00pm
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 | $289.00 |
| CBA Trust and Estate Section Member | $259.00 |
| New Lawyer - CBA Trust and Estate Section Mbr (in practice 3 years or less) | $239.00 |
| CLEACCESSPASS--ELITE Pass Holder | $0.00 |
- General Credits: 6.00
- Ethics Credits: 0.00
- EDI Credits:
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