Recent Developments in State and Federal Practice Out of Stock
Co-sponsored by the Colorado Bar Association Judicial Liaison Section
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Join a panel of judges from all levels- municipal, state, federal, and administrative- for an afternoon of updates and insights about the state of the courts today. Learn how judges are taking steps to address bias in the courtroom; discover how judges might be using AI in the future, and their do’s and don’ts for AI use by attorneys; and hear from a panel of judges about how they found themselves on the bench, and how you might end up there yourself someday. This afternoon will be invaluable to your litigation practice, and will provide unique opportunities to meet and interact with judges from across the state.
CBA-CLE will email webinar access information to registrants 24-48 hours before the program.
Home studies will be available approximately 2-3 weeks following the live program.
If disability accommodations or special assistance are needed, please contact us at [email protected]. Requests must be made at least two weeks prior to the scheduled program.
The program will be submitted for CLE accreditation in Colorado. If you need to seek accreditation in another state, please review the process and requirements for that individual state. CBA-CLE staff can provide a Uniform Certificate of Attendance, and it is the attendee’s responsibility to complete the accreditation outside of Colorado.
11:30-12:00 pm
Registration
12:00-12:05 pm
Introduction to the Program and to the CBA Judicial Liaison Section
Presented by Edward P. Timmins, Esq., Timmins LLC
12:05-1:00 pm
Recent Developments in Practice Before Colorado and Federal Courts
This panel will discuss recent rule changes in state and federal courts as well as provide insight about how the court system is processing cases.
Presented by Kyle Brenton, Esq., Assistant Unted States Attorney, United States Attorney’s Office; and Geoffrey Klingsporn, Esq., Berg Hill Greenleaf Ruscitti, LLP
1:00-1:50 pm
Artificial Intelligence in Practice and on the Bench
How will judges be using AI in the future? How about attorneys? We’ll go beyond the horror stories of made-up cases and get into how AI can be used as a useful tool by judges and attorneys.
Presented by The Honorable Patrick B. Augustine, First Judge, Occupational Safety & Health Review Commission; The Honorable Maria Berkenkotter, Colorado Supreme Court; The Honorable Maritza Braswell, United States District Court for the District of Colorado; and The Honorable Lino S. Lipinsky de Orlov, Colorado Court of Appeals.
1:50-2:40 pm
The Judges Role in De-Biasing a Courtroom
Unconscious bias is a reality of life, and its potential impact in the courtroom is troubling. Learn how judges can effectively acknowledge bias, and how Colorado courts are considering making juries aware of the way that bias might play a role in their decisions.
Presented by The Honorable Jon Olafson, 2nd Judicial District; and The Honorable Karen Steinhauser, Aurora Municipal Court.
Submitted for 1 EDI Credit
2:40-2:50 pm
Afternoon Break
2:50-3:40 pm
Certification to the Supreme Court
When a state law question becomes a key issue in federal litigation, it may be necessary for the court to certify the question to the Colorado Supreme Court. Learn what the Colorado Supreme Court looks for in certification, and when a federal judge will be interested in seeking assistance from the Supreme Court on difficult questions of law.
Presented by The Honorable William W. Hood, III, Colorado Supreme Court; additional speakers to be named
3:40-4:30 pm
Pathways to the Judiciary
The Judiciary in Colorado spans a huge swath of roles: municipal judges, ALJs, trial level, appellate level, and magistrates. Hear how several judges found themselves on the bench, and consider how your interests and skills might make you a great candidate for a judgeship.
Presented by The Honorable Laura A. Broniak, Director and Chief Administrative Law Judge, Office of Administrative Courts; The Honorable Jason Lantagne, Westminster Municipal Court; The Honorable Susan Prose, United States District Court for the District of Colorado; The Honorable Ted C. Tow III, Colorado Court of Appeals; and The Honorable Nina Wang, United States District Court for the District of Colorado
4:30-5:30 pm
Adjourn to Happy Hour
Sponsored by the Colorado Bar Association Judicial Liaison
- CLE Pass Price *FREE! - exclusions may apply
- Standard Price $299.00 USD
- Member Price $219.00 USD
- General Credits 5.00
- Ethics Credits
- EDI Credits 1.00