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From Witness to Win: Fundamentals of Effective Direct Examination
Trial Primer Series – Part Two
Credit(s):
2 General (60-minute hour)
2 General (50-minute hour)
Course Number:
E18022608W
Original Program Date:
February 18, 2026
Duration:
2 hours 15 minutes
Date:
February 18, 2026 6:00 PM - 8:15 PM ((GMT-05:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada))
Series Description: Build your courtroom confidence with our four-part Trial Primer Series, designed specifically for newer attorneys. Led by seasoned civil and criminal litigators, this series breaks down the essential stages of trial – from opening statements to closing arguments – into practical, skill-building sessions. Whether you're preparing for your first trial or looking to sharpen your advocacy techniques, each class offers actionable insights, live demonstrations, and expert guidance to help you step into the courtroom with clarity and conviction.
Class Description: Master the fundamentals of direct examination with confidence. This class focuses on building a persuasive narrative through your witnesses, covering techniques for organizing testimony, selecting and preparing witnesses, anticipating cross-examination, and using redirect effectively. Our experienced panel demonstrates best practices and shares insights to help you engage the jury and present your case with clarity and credibility.
Faculty: David J. Dischley, Dischley Law PLLC and Deborah Donohue, Maryland Office of the Attorney General
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Series Fees: $296 D.C. Bar Communities Members, $336 D.C. Bar Members, $376 Government and Nonprofit Attorneys, and $456 Others.
Individual Class Fees: $89 D.C. Bar Communities Members, $99 D.C. Bar Members, $109 Government and Nonprofit Attorneys, and $129 Others
The D.C. Bar CLE Program now offers discounted group registration rates! For more information, contact the CLE Office at CLE@dcbar.org or 202-626-3488.
2 General (60-minute hour)
2 General (50-minute hour)
Registration Fees
Early Registration
Standard
Non-Member
N/A
$129.00
D.C. Bar Member
N/A
$99.00
D.C. Bar Regular Community Member
N/A
$89.00
Government & Nonprofit Attorneys
Early Registration
Standard
Non-Member
N/A
$109.00
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