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Credits: 1.0 general credit hour
Description: Preparing for trial is no small feat – especially for solo practitioners, who often shoulder every aspect of litigation on their own. This popular class is designed to equip solo attorneys with the tools, strategies, and ethical grounding they need to approach trial with confidence and competence. Led by nationally recognized presenter Claude E. Ducloux, this class addresses the unique challenges solo lawyers face when preparing for trial and offers actionable guidance from start to finish. Topics covered in this class include the following:
- Preparing the non-trial lawyer for court appearances
- Understanding the purpose behind the trial and building your approach accordingly
- The business and ethical side of litigation, including fee-setting and client communication
- Developing a clear, persuasive trial theme
- Identifying the elements of your case or defense, and mapping the necessary evidence
- Witness preparation and evidence scheduling
- Effective yet simple presentation techniques
- Scoping out your courtroom and staff in advance
- Understanding and responding to standard objections
- Navigating the ethical rules surrounding evidence and testimony
- Drafting judgments early and anticipating procedural needs
- Courtroom choreography – where to sit, how to set up, and how to move
- Tracking exhibits and rulings during trial
- Managing your client’s expectations throughout the process
While this class is tailored for solo attorneys, civil litigators at any stage of practice will find Claude’s insights and practical tips invaluable.
Faculty: Claude E. Ducloux, Esq.
Fees: $39 D.C. Bar Communities Members, $49 D.C. Bar Members, $59 Government and Nonprofit Attorneys, and $79 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.
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