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The Complete Civil Trial Attorney

Adaptation, Advocacy, and Ethical Excellence in the Modern Civil Trial Environment

Created byElizabeth McInturff
4.7
(91 reviews)
BeginnerUpdated Feb 16, 2024
The Complete Civil Trial Attorney

What You'll Learn

check_circleAttorneys will develop a structured checklist covering client intake, fact gathering, legal research, case strategy, and adaptation to suit individual case needs.
check_circleParticipants will explore the components of a well-organized trial notebook and its role in keeping attorneys organized, informed, and adaptable during trial proceedings.
check_circleParticipants will gain insights into the challenges and strategies involved in navigating jury trials, with a focus on jury selection and effective communication.
check_circleAttorneys will learn techniques for direct and cross-examination, enhancing their ability to present witnesses effectively and challenge opposing witnesses.
check_circleAttorneys will be reminded of the ethical obligations throughout the representation process, with an emphasis on issue spotting, compliance with ethical rules, and handling prejudicial evidence.
check_circleParticipants will gain insights into the challenges and opportunities in the evolving legal landscape, including the rise of virtual trials and the continued relevance of ADR methods.

About This Course

Civil trials are undergoing a transformation in response to various factors such as the rise of alternative dispute resolution (ADR) methods, the impact of COVID-19, and an evolving legal landscape. This course is designed for attorneys seeking to adapt to these changes and enhance their trial preparation skills.

It will cover topics ranging from proactive trial assessment to the art of jury selection, effective evidence presentation, and ethical considerations. Participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of the evolving civil trial environment and learn how to navigate it successfully.

Key topics discussed:

  • Understanding the Evolving Civil Trial Landscape
  • Proactive Trial Assessment and Preparation
  • Managing Client Expectations and Case Analysis
  • Creating an Effective Trial Preparation Checklist
  • Customizing Trial Notebooks for Organization and Adaptability
  • Mentorship and Learning from Mistakes
  • Navigating Jury Trials in Civil Litigation
  • Mastering Witness Examination: Direct and Cross-Examination Techniques
  • Crafting Persuasive Closing Arguments
  • Ethical Considerations Throughout the Representation Process
  • Handling Prejudicial Evidence Ethically
  • Adapting to the Future: Challenges and Opportunities for Civil Trial Attorneys

Your Instructor

Elizabeth McInturff
Elizabeth McInturff

Partner; Selzer Gurvitch

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Elizabeth McInturff represents individuals and businesses throughout Maryland and Washington D.C. in complex civil and commercial matters. In addition to focusing on Plaintiff’s side litigation, contract disputes, employment litigation, construction litigation, and actions arising under consumer protection acts and state wage laws, she takes on clients in private domestic law matters, including in guardianship matters. She regularly appears before State and Federal Courts, as well as before administrative and arbitration bodies, and is a columnist for The Daily Record’s Maryland Family Law Update. Active in the Bar Association of Montgomery County, Maryland, she co-chairs the Leadership Development Academy and serves on the Strategic Planning Committee and Judicial Nominations Panel Committee, among others. She also serves on the Bar Foundation of Montgomery County’s Maryland CLE Committee and was inducted into the Foundation's Bar Leaders. Additionally, she holds memberships in Montgomery County American Inns of Court and Women’s Bar Association of Maryland – Montgomery County Chapter and is a board trustee with Bike to the Beach. McInturff earned her Juris Doctor from American University’s Washington College of Law with the Highest-Grade Certification. A National Semi-Finalist in the ABA Arbitration Competition, she mediated disputes with Access Youth, Inc. and represented clients in domestic and immigration matters at the Women and the Law Legal Clinic. She earned her undergraduate degree from the University of Delaware, where she was on the Dean’s List, a Student-Athlete Academic All-Star, a student-athlete mentor, and a member of the varsity Women’s Rowing Team.

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What Students Are Saying

4.7
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91 reviews

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