Pre-Trial Proceedings and Preparation
Presenters : Dwight Snyman
Overview
The success of any court case hinges upon careful preparation. There are important deliberate steps that every legal professional must take during the preparation phase of litigation.
The aim of this webinar is to equip you with valuable insights into crucial strategies that define successful trial outcomes such as mastering the intricacies of pleadings and motions, to effectively navigating the discovery process. Also important is mastering the art to gathering evidence, evaluating legal pathways, and constructing persuasive arguments.
Join Adv. Dwight Snyman to enhance your litigation strategy and understand the pivotal components of pre-trial preparation that can significantly influence the success of your case.
Learning objectives
Attending this webinar will equip you with the following skills:
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Understand the sequence of procedural steps required before a trial, including initial pleadings, case management, and pre-trial conferences.
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Gain knowledge about the formulation and significance of pleadings, including complaints, answers, and counterclaims, and how they frame the legal issues in a case.
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Know how to effectively draft and argue pre-trial motions such as motions for summary judgment or to dismiss, which can decisively influence the course of a trial.
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Acquire skills to conduct and manage discovery efficiently, including depositions, interrogatories, requests for documents, and admissions to gather necessary evidence and information.
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Explore methods to develop compelling arguments for pre-trial briefs and oral arguments, focusing on persuasive legal writing and speaking.
Content
The webinar will cover the following topics:
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Overview of Pre-Trial Procedures:
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Phases of pre-trial procedures.
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Timeline and key milestones.
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The Art of Drafting Pleadings:
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Elements of effective complaints, answers, and counterclaims.
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Common mistakes in drafting pleadings.
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Motion Practice Essentials:
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Types of pre-trial motions.
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Strategies for drafting and arguing motions.
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Impact of motions on case trajectory.
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Conducting Effective Discovery:
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Planning and executing discovery.
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Managing electronic discovery.
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Ethical considerations in discovery.
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Evidence Collection and Evaluation:
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Identifying admissible evidence.
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Evaluating the strength of evidence.
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Pre-Trial Conferences and Management:
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Pre-trial conferences
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Role of case management orders.
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Settlement Strategies:
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Exploring mediation and negotiation.
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Preparing for settlement discussions.
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Benefits of settling versus proceeding to trial.
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Crafting Persuasive Legal Arguments:
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Techniques for effective legal writing.
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Techniques for oral advocacy.
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Preparing briefs and oral arguments.
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Preparing for Trial:
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Checklist: Transitioning from pre-trial to trial.
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Final preparations.
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