Advanced Motion Procedure
Overview
Advanced motion procedure refers to the sophisticated legal process utilised in civil litigation for addressing complex matters related to motions in court. It encompasses various strategies and techniques aimed at presenting compelling arguments and evidence to the court, often involving intricate legal principles and precedents.
The webinar emphasises crucial insights, particularly focusing on strategies and actionable approaches for addressing contested motions. Key considerations involve comprehending procedural rules, employing effective argumentation methods, adeptly managing time limitations, and adeptly handling urgent applications.
Join Adv. Dwight Snyman as he equips you with the necessary skills and knowledge to effectively navigate and advocate in the context of opposed motions.
Learning Objectives
Attending this webinar will equip you with the following skills:
- Gain a deeper understanding of motion procedures, particularly in the context of opposed motions, including the rules, strategies, and best practices involved.
- Acquire practical strategies for effectively handling opposed motions, including techniques for argumentation, negotiation, and advocacy.
- Develop skills to navigate urgent applications within motion procedures, including understanding the protocols, deadlines, and procedures involved in urgent motions.
- Familiarise yourself with practice directives relevant to opposed motions, ensuring compliance and proficiency in navigating procedural requirements.
- Gain confidence in addressing complex scenarios that may arise within motion procedures, equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge to handle challenges effectively.
Content
The webinar will cover the following topics:
- Overview of motion procedures in legal practice
- Importance of understanding motion procedures in litigation
- Opposed Motions
- Definition and characteristics of opposed motions
- Distinction between opposed and unopposed motions
- Procedural requirements for opposed motions
- Strategies for Handling Opposed Motions
- Identifying key issues and arguments
- Developing persuasive legal arguments
- Utilizing case law and precedent effectively
- Practical Steps in Opposed Motions
- Preparing motion materials
- Serving and filing motions
- Responding to opposing counsel's motions
- Urgent Applications
- Understanding urgent applications in the context of opposed motions
- Procedures for filing urgent motions
- Strategies for expedited hearings
- Practice Directives and Guidelines
- Overview of relevant practice directives and guidelines
- Compliance with court rules and procedures
- Interpretation and application of practice directives
- Complex Scenarios in Opposed Motions
- Handling multiparty motions
- Addressing jurisdictional issues
- Dealing with procedural irregularities