Rules and Procedures for Federal Court Success Training Class

Course ID: 13180

Rules and Procedures for Federal Court Success Training Seminar

Properly and Confidently Handle Cases in Federal Court

Is this your situation? You're headed to federal court and you want to do everything possible to ensure your success. But federal court is a whole new ball game. And you have a million questions and concerns about the stringent rules and precise procedures you are expected to know and follow. Costly mistakes are possible at every step and federal court simply isn't the place you can take a learn-as-you-go approach.

Finally, the workings of the federal court are revealed in this timely, foundational seminar. Both plaintiff and defense counsel will learn the numerous behind-the-scenes rules and procedures attorneys must comply with - and where the potential for mistakes exists. Tackle the issues that confront even experienced attorneys who are practicing in federal court. Use the most advantageous ways to determine jurisdiction. Draft the motions and pleadings so vital to your success. Master the critical deposition skills you need to compete in the courtroom. Get practice pointers you can apply immediately to conduct yourself like a veteran.

Properly file cases in federal court according to the stringent rules.
Easily follow rules governing electronic data discovery - so you can ensure it can be used.
Succeed in federal court with tactics and tips for the use of evidence, witnesses and expert testimony.
Discover how the emerging role of alternative dispute resolution may impact your future cases.
Get a firm grasp of proceedings before U.S. Magistrates so you can be prepared for anything.


	Agenda
	PREPARE TO SUCCEED IN FEDERAL COURT Katherine A. Bacal, 9:00 - 10:15 Jurisdiction and Venue - How to Select the Right Court How to Properly File a Case in Federal Court Serve and Respond to the Summons - the Right Way Practical Tips for Drafting Pleadings and Motions Techniques for Putting Together a Successful Trial Strategy Secrets to Surviving in Federal Court How to Lose a Case, Quickly and Easily Appellate Considerations You Must Focus On ADHERE TO THE FEDERAL RULES OF CIVIL PROCEDURE Bryan D. Sampson, 10:30 - 11:45 Explore Involved and Difficult Disclosure Requirements Avoid Mistakes in Deposition Practice and Procedure The Most Powerful Written Discovery Strategies Things to Remember About Electronic Data Discovery Tactics and Tips on the Use of Evidence, Witnesses and Expert Testimony How-to's for Managing Cases and Pre-Trial Conferences MAINTAIN AN ETHICAL PRACTICE FROM START TO FINISH Katherine A. Bacal, 12:45 - 1:45 Rules of Professional Responsibility You Must Adhere To Outside Activities That May Create Conflicts of Interest Practical Problems in Setting Attorney's Fees Schedules, Deadlines and Malpractice - Get Informed UNDERSTAND THE LOCAL RULES OF FEDERAL COURTS Bryan D. Sampson, 1:45 - 3:00 EXAMINE SELECTED ISSUES AND ANSWERS FOR SUCCESS IN THE FEDERAL COURT SYSTEM Patrick N. Keegan, 3:15 - 4:30 The Emerging Role of Alternative Dispute Resolution When a State Action Can Be Removed to Federal Court Get a Firm Grasp of Proceeding Before U.S. Magistrates


	Audience
	This intermediate level seminar is designed for both plaintiff and defense counsel and will benefit new and seasoned attorneys, paralegals and other litigation support personnel.