Preparing for oral argument is arduous. It requires close review of the record, the law and the briefs. Predicting questions—both adverse and favorable—is also key. But none of that will be much help if you can’t clearly address these basics: What is the core point
For years, only one appellate division in California (based in Riverside) routinely provided tentative opinions before oral arguments. With dozens of new justices taking seats on the appellate bench around the state, however, more panels have begun to offer tentative opinions for some appeals. Here
A live 90-minute CLE video webinar with interactive Q&A DATE: Thursday, May 19, 2022 TIME: 1:00pm-2:30pm EST, 10:00am-11:30am PST Early Registration Discount Deadline, Friday, April 29, 2022 This CLE course will provide appellate counsel with techniques for persuading appellate judges during oral argument, including
For nearly a year, a worldwide pandemic has forced many of us to work remotely. But our court “appearances”—now exclusively via video—have not slowed down. In fact, we present about one remote appellate argument every week, on average. Appearing remotely has become an important part
GMSR partner Robin Meadow will co-host a live 90-minute CLE webinar on Appellate Oral Argument on Thursday, April 6, 2017. The webinar will cover for both preparation for and presentation of oral argument. For additional information, please click here.
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