Minnesota CLE - Trial Skills Courses

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  • Capital Punishment: The Myth of Innocence

    Controversial, yet present in virtually every state's criminal code since the founding of the United States almost 250 years ago, the issue of Capital Punishment has been consistently controversial.concern if over whether the penalty itself is fair, whether it is fairly administrated in both conception, and action and over the last 70 years the controversy has concentrated on three primary concerns about the death penalty: Whether having both the letter and imposition of the ultimate puni... More Info

    $50
    1.25General Credits

  • Innovative Approaches to Drafting Copyright Infringement Complaints

    With the expansion of AI into creating works that may qualify for copyrightability, and the ever accelerating expansion of the Internet to every aspect of world-wide commerce, copyright protection and copyright enforcement is practically a mandatory skill for any business attorney whether you are a transactional or litigation attorney. This CLE course will go over the detailed requirements for analyzing potential copyright claims and then crafting a solid comprehensive copyright compla... More Info

    $50
    1.25General Credits

  • In the Drone Zone: Legal Insights for Attorneys in Unmanned Aircraft Law

    This CLE course provides attorneys with a comprehensive overview of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS), commonly known as drones, and the intricate legal and regulatory landscape surrounding their operation. Participants will delve into the technological advancements of drones, their diverse applications across industries, and the pivotal role of legal frameworks in governing their use. Participants will gain insights into the current legal framework governing drone operations, with a fo... More Info

    $75
    1.5General Credits

  • U.S. Trademark Essentials: A Step-by-Step Guide

    This CLE course takes you through the step-by-step process of a U.S. trademark application from beginning to end, including but not limited to, advantages of a federal trademark registration, United States Patent and Trademark Office trademark application requirements, responding to Office Actions, how to identify proper specimens. We will also have a brief overview of proceedings before the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board including oppositions, cancellations, expungements, reexamina... More Info

    $50
    1General Credit

  • Litigation: Using Outcome Based Strategies to Drive Value

    Welcome to the world of outcome-based litigation strategies. Unlike Traditional Litigation, in outcome- based Litigation we are focused on what we want the results of our litigation efforts to achieve. That means, having a very clear goal in mind, in terms of value and settlement in settlement purposes. Having a clear understanding of what pressure needs to be brought to bear on the opposing side to achieve that result. We use the power of automation to leverage those things to achieve... More Info

    $200
    4General Credits

  • An Introduction to Conducting a Special Civil Trial Under 20K in Damages

    This CLE presentation is primarily focused on preparation for beginning attorneys who don’t have mentors or other senior attorneys to help them. The techniques explained will help the new attorney deal with any type of case that may walk in. These cases can range from special civil cases to temporary restraining orders and even relatively high stakes civil cases. The goal here is to help the new attorney become more flexible in their approach to cases and perhaps take on cases that one may ot... More Info

    $50
    1General Credit

  • No Mercy: Presenting a Successful Justification Defense

    This innovative CLE takes you through the concepts and practice of presenting the defense of self-defense, or justification, at trial. Whether you are advanced practitioner looking to hone your skills, or just trying to learn basics, this lecture will cover all the steps involved in a successful justification defense, including the burden of proof; the reasonableness standard; discovery and investigation; voir dire; and the preparation and presentation of defense witnesses and evidence.... More Info

    $50
    1General Credit

  • Selecting the Appropriate ADR Forum for Your Case

    Initial Decisions in choosing an ADR Forum for Tort Cases are significantly important given that not every lawsuit fits each and every ADR Forum. First, identifying the choices of ADR forums (Binding ADR with high/low parameters, Non-Binding Mediation or Hybrid Non-Binding/Arbitration or Med-Arb. Consideration then should deal with the nature of the jurisdiction that you are in, the status of the case (early pre-litigation cases, cases with some degree of discovery and cases that are b... More Info

    $50
    1General Credit

  • Traumatic Brain Injury and Necessary Experts

    In order for any litigator to pursue litigation related to traumatic brain injury, it necessary to understand how the brain functions, what are the causes and effects of TBIs and what’s and how exerts are utilized. This CLE course can also provide to any individual a useful overview of brain function and dysfunction. By understanding the brain, we can understand how we love and hate, build and structure our environment. If our brain makes us who we are, it can also limit our be... More Info

    $50
    1General Credit

  • Criminal Procedure: The 4th, 5th and 6th Amendments

    This CLE lecture will cover issues such as what is a search and what is a seizure under the fourth amendment; search warrants, their issuance as well as their execution; exceptions to the search warrant requirement; stop and frisk; the exclusionary rule and exceptions to it; Miranda and the 5th amendment, and 14th amendment voluntariness of statements; as well as more briefly than other topics, the 6th amendment and the right to counsel. More Info

    $100
    2General Credits

  • Handling Sexual Abuse Claims

    This CLE course offers a primer on the confluence of the jurisprudence, legal factors and considerations that inform the proper handling of and that effect expedited, empathetic, cost-effective and compassionate resolution of sexual abuse claims. Discussion includes explanations of what constitutes actionable sexual abuse; and introduces the audience to the causes of action typically asserted and the defenses thereto. Discussion includes exposition of liability and insurance coverage i... More Info

    $100
    2General Credits

  • Sentencing is Not Always the End of the Line

    Anyone who has been involved in the practice of criminal defense law for a while has had a client or two sentenced. A recent PEW Research Center Report examined federal criminal cases. There were 80,000, but only 2% went to trial, 8% were dismissed and 90% pled guilty. Of the remainder, 800 went to trial and were convicted. Sentencing is a recurring and common phenomena but there are not a lot of CLE's focused on it. This is going to be an exercise on individualizing your client fo... More Info

    $50
    1General Credit

  • Artificial Intelligence & the Criminal Justice System

    This CLE course explores the transformative role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in criminal law, addressing its growing influence on law enforcement, judicial process, and professional ethics. Participants in this CLE program will gain practical insights into challenging AI-generated evidence, understanding bias and transparency issues, and staying current with legislative developments shaping AI’s application in the Criminal Justice System. Topics include: AI in Law Enforce... More Info

    $75
    1.75General Credits

  • Clarity Above All Things: Writing Briefs That Can Actually Be Understood

    This CLE course focuses on the cornerstone of effective legal writing: clarity. Designed for attorneys who aim to craft briefs that are not only compelling but also easily understood, the course emphasizes practical strategies for clear and concise communication. Participants will learn techniques to eliminate ambiguity, organize arguments logically, and prioritize readability without sacrificing substance. Whether you're drafting for a court, client, or colleague, this course... More Info

    $50
    1General Credit

  • How to Prepare and Try a Car Accident Case in Front of a Jury

    This CLE course is designed to equip attorneys, particularly those with limited trial experience, with the knowledge and skills necessary to successfully prepare a case for trial and present it effectively before a jury. Attendees will be guided through each stage of the trial preparation process, beginning with the inception of the case and continuing through to closing arguments. The course will explore essential strategies for organizing case materials, developing a coherent trial st... More Info

    $50
    1General Credit

  • Wiretaps 101: Defending Your Client in Wiretap Cases

    This CLE course provides an introduction to wiretaps and offers essential knowledge for defending clients in cases involving wiretap evidence. Participants will explore the history of wiretaps and the development of modern caselaw to gain a better understanding of how to challenge wiretap evidence and effectively represent clients in wiretap prosecutions. The course covers key topics, including the Government’s application process for a wiretap, the execution of wiretaps by law e... More Info

    $100
    2General Credits

  • Cross-Examination of Experts in Tort Cases: The Basics Plus

    This CLE course will review the essential principles of cross-examination of defense experts in tort cases with an emphasis on personal injury and insurance bad faith actions. This will include sources of research for identifying fertile areas for cross, setting up the expert for effective cross at deposition and devising and implementing a cross-examination that effectively brings out the critical points for challenging the expert’s testimony. This is a program for those who h... More Info

    $75
    1.5General Credits

  • Federal Torts Claims Act: Personal Injury Lawsuit from Intake through Trial

    A client calls and tells you that they had to remove their shoes to pass through a TSA checkpoint. The floor was slippery and they fell and broke their knee requiring surgery. What do you do? This CLE course will take you from intake through trial in a federal tort claims act (FTCA) slip and fall lawsuit in the Eastern District of Pennsylvania and the Third Circuit. The presenter will highlight cases to take and cases to turn down. FTCA cases have an unnerving number of pitfalls th... More Info

    $50
    1General Credit

  • Tax Law and Personal Injury Litigation: Representing Victims of Sexual Abuse

    This CLE presentation is designed for attorneys who litigate personal injury disputes, focusing specifically on the representation of individuals who have been the victims of sexual abuse. It outlines the general tax principles governing the taxability of recoveries for tort actions, and the development of the statutory rule that compensation for personal physical injury is non-taxable. It discusses the historical background and development of this rule, and its application to victims of s... More Info

    $75
    1.5General Credits

  • Artificial Intelligence as Evidence: Discoverability, Use, Admissibility of Algorithmic & Digital Evidence

    Recent interest in AI has been focused on how it can be used to improve productivity in your practice. This CLE looks at AI from a different perspective – as evidence that may be crucial to your trial. It will cover the legal definitions of artificial intelligence and what types of evidence fall under that definition, how to identify artificial intelligence in litigation, which discovery tools can be used to obtain it, and what rules and legal standards govern the use and admissibility... More Info

    $75
    1.5General Credits

  • Selective Ethics in Litigation from the Plaintiff's Perspective

    This CLE course will focus on the ethical obligations that govern counsel in litigated matters and the boundaries that must be respected to ensure compliance with professional standards. Panelists will explore the ethical rules that shape an attorney’s responsibilities when representing a client and discuss the key limitations that must be observed. They will also provide practical insights on how to navigate these requirements effectively, offering “common sense” guidance to help you stay wit... More Info

    $75
    1.5Ethics Credits

  • Medical Issues and Damages in Personal Injury Claims

    In this CLE lecture, we will explore the essential medical aspects of accidental injuries and how to effectively navigate them in legal practice. Participants will learn how to: Analyze the medical phenomenology behind accidental injuries to better understand causation and severity. Collaborate with medical providers to ensure clients receive the most appropriate care. Clearly communicate complex medical issues to clients, insurance adjusters, and juries in plain, accessible language.... More Info

    $100
    2General Credits

  • Design Patents: Key Considerations for Prosecution and Enforcement

    In today’s competitive marketplace, the visual appearance of a product can be just as important as the function of the product. During this webinar, Board Certified Intellectual Property Attorneys Greg Popowitz and Peter Koziol will discuss how design patents can protect the unique look of an invention, along with infringement and enforcement strategies. Design patent applications have risen dramatically over the past decade. Learn about the requirements to file a design patent appl... More Info

    $75
    1.5General Credits

  • What Issues Should Attorneys Be Looking For In a DUI Case

    Driving under the influence (DUI) cases present a complex web of legal, procedural, and scientific issues that require careful analysis by defense counsel. This CLE program will equip attorneys with the tools to effectively spot key issues and develop strategic defenses in DUI matters. Topics Include: Identifying potential constitutional challenges Examining evidentiary concerns Scrutinizing field sobriety tests and breathalyzer results Evaluating law enforcement procedures... More Info

    $50
    1General Credit

  • Direct Examination of Expert Witnesses at Trial

    As the Supreme Court has noted, “expert evidence can be both powerful and quite misleading because of the difficulty in evaluating it.” Daubert v. Merrell Dow Pharms., Inc., 509 U.S. 579, 595 (1993). “Indeed, no other kind of witness is free to opine about a complicated matter without any firsthand knowledge of the facts in the case, and based upon otherwise inadmissible hearsay[.]” United States v. Frazier, 387 F.3d 1244, 1260 (11th Cir. 2004). Harnessing expert testimony to make it “p... More Info

    $75
    1.5General Credits

  • Using Electronic Medical Records Evidence at Trial

    Electronically stored health information now plays a central role in civil litigation, particularly in healthcare disputes and tort actions. The admissibility and effective use of electronic medical data raise recurring issues under discovery rules, evidentiary standards, and evolving definitions of electronically stored information (ESI). Counsel must understand not only how such data is generated and maintained, but also how to properly obtain, authenticate, and introduce it at trial.... More Info

    $50
    1General Credit

  • Shaping Deposition Testimony to Win Your Case

    Depositions can make or break a case. This CLE course explores how attorneys can strategically shape testimony to strengthen arguments, secure favorable outcomes, and avoid pitfalls that undermine credibility. Through practical, field-tested techniques, participants will learn how to: Prepare fact and expert witnesses to deliver clear, compelling, and consistent testimony Use depositions to control the narrative and lock in advantageous facts Lay the groundwork for summary judgmen... More Info

    $75
    1.5General Credits

  • Cracking the Code: An Introduction to Federal Court Procedure

    This CLE course provides a comprehensive overview of procedural law and practice in the federal court system. Attendees will learn key topics including subject matter and personal jurisdiction, procedural and local rules, and the initiation of civil cases. The course also covers motion practice, equipping attorneys with the tools to effectively navigate filings, respond to procedural challenges, and avoid common pitfalls. Ideal for litigators who practice—or plan to practice—in federal... More Info

    $50
    1General Credit

  • The Evolution and Devolution of Civility

    This CLE program examines the evolving role of civility in the legal profession and the increasing attention courts and regulators are paying to attorney conduct. As concerns about incivility in litigation, motion practice, discovery, and courtroom advocacy have grown, courts have turned to disciplinary authorities and professionalism rules to address conduct that undermines the administration of justice. The effectiveness of these efforts, however, has been uneven, particularly in large juris... More Info

    $50
    1Ethics Credit

  • Your Client’s Story: Connecting with the Jury from Opening to Closing

    This CLE program explores the strategic and persuasive craft of opening statements and closing arguments in jury trials. These critical advocacy moments provide counsel with the opportunity to introduce the client as a person, establish credibility, and frame the narrative that will guide the jury’s understanding of the evidence and the law. Effective openings and closings require more than polished rhetoric; they demand thoughtful alignment with trial strategy, case themes, and juror expectat... More Info

    $50
    1General Credit

  • Modern Criminal Law Practice: Updates and Evidentiary Challenges

    This CLE program provides a practitioner focused update on modern criminal law developments across four major jurisdictions: Pennsylvania, New York, Texas, and California. Participants will explore the most significant statutory reforms of the last 2–3 years—including new criminal offenses, sentencing revision laws, expanded judicial discretion, updated bail frameworks, and evolving victims’ rights protections—alongside emerging evidentiary and search and seizure challenges shaped by digital t... More Info

    $50
    1General Credit

  • The PI Lien Playbook: Legal, Ethical, and Practical Strategies

    This comprehensive, CLE course will delve into the complex legal frameworks and critical ethical duties surrounding the management of personal injury (PI) liens. Attendees will learn practical, advanced strategies for accurately identifying, effectively negotiating, and properly resolving medical (e.g., hospital, physician), governmental (e.g., Medicare, Medicaid, VA), and other third-party liens. The presentation will focus on maximizing client recovery while strictly adhering to prof... More Info

    $100
    2Total Credits
    1 Ethics

  • "So, Do I Have to Go to Jail?” Ethical Considerations for Prosecutors and Defense Counsel at Sentencing

    "So, do I have to go to jail?" This is perhaps the most impactful question a criminal defendant asks their defense lawyer, and perhaps the most impactful detail a prosecutor must consider. This course focuses on the ethical considerations and professional responsibilities that arise when addressing questions of incarceration. Asking whether someone would or could go to jail may inadvertently raise ethical challenges for both prosecutors and defense lawyers. In this course, we will review... More Info

    $50
    1Ethics Credit

  • Strategic Pretrial Litigation in Criminal Defense

    In criminal defense practice, pretrial litigation and motion practice are often more limited than in the civil arena. Nevertheless, there are critical pretrial opportunities that can be leveraged not only to address substantive legal issues and preserve arguments for appeal, but also to create strategic advantages for the defense. This CLE program explores a more nuanced and strategic approach to pretrial litigation in criminal cases. It emphasizes that success is not solely defined by... More Info

    $50
    1General Credit

  • So You Think You Want to Be a Criminal Defense Lawyer? A Practical Guide from First Meeting to Final Plea

    This CLE program offers a practical, step-by-step overview of a criminal case from the defense perspective, beginning with the initial client interview and ending with plea negotiations and final deadlines. The course covers key stages including bail and first appearances, discovery, speedy trial issues, affirmative defenses, pre-trial motions, and scheduling orders, with an emphasis on real-world decision-making and case management. Designed for newer attorneys and those transitioning... More Info

    $100
    2General Credits

  • From Screen to Courtroom: Practical Trial Lessons for Litigators from Film

    This CLE program explores what litigators can learn from film, using carefully selected movie scenes to highlight practical lessons for trial practice. Through six films and seven core subject areas—plus an additional segment featuring notable omissions—participants will examine how cinematic depictions, while dramatized, often reflect real-world litigation dynamics and strategic considerations. The program invites attendees to revisit familiar movies with a more analytical lens, uncove... More Info

    $75
    1.5General Credits

  • Litigating Federal Civil Rights Claims Against Law Enforcement: Excessive Force and Beyond

    This CLE course provides a comprehensive examination of the legal and practical issues that arise in litigating federal claims against law enforcement officers involving allegations of excessive force and related misconduct. The course will explore the constitutional foundations of these actions, the range of potential claims that may be asserted, and the defenses most commonly raised—including qualified immunity and other threshold barriers to liability. In addition, the program will o... More Info

    $100
    2General Credits

  • Medical Malpractice Litigation: Plaintiff, Defense & Expert Perspectives

    This CLE program provides a practical, litigation-focused overview of medical malpractice cases from both plaintiff and defense perspectives, with an emphasis on building and challenging claims through records, standards of care, and expert testimony. Attendees will learn how to effectively request and analyze medical records, including electronically stored information (ESI) and EMR audit trails, to uncover critical metadata and case-defining facts. The program then explores t... More Info

    $75
    1.5General Credits

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