Virginia MCLE - Trial Skills Courses
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Live WebinarFriday, April 24, 20261:00 PM - 2:00 PM Eastern Time (EDT)
Live Webinar: The Law of Self-Defense and Defense of Others: The Daniel Penny Prosecution
This CLE session provides an in-depth examination of the case People v. Daniel Penny, covering the legal, procedural, and strategic dimensions of one of the most high-profile recent criminal cases. Participants will explore the background of the defendant and the victim, the unfolding of the subway incident, and the role of viral media in shaping public perception and legal strategy. The course will also examine the defense’s approach to pre-trial planning, trial preparation, jury sele... More Info
$501General Credit -
Live WebinarFriday, May 1, 202612:00 PM - 1:00 PM Eastern Time (EDT)
Live Webinar: Medical Malpractice and Personal Injury: A Lawyer’s Guide to Working Effectively with Medical Experts
This CLE program provides a practical roadmap for effectively engaging and working with medical expert witnesses across the lifecycle of a case. From early case evaluation through report preparation, depositions, and trial, attorneys will learn how to strategically collaborate with medical experts to build stronger, more persuasive cases. The course will address key considerations in selecting the right expert, structuring productive communications, and ensuring that expert opinions are... More Info
$501General Credit -
Live WebinarMonday, May 4, 202611:00 AM - 1:00 PM Eastern Time (EDT)
Live Webinar: 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
$1002General Credits -
Live WebinarMonday, May 18, 20263:00 PM - 4:00 PM Eastern Time (EDT)
Live Webinar: 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
$501General Credit -
Live WebinarThursday, May 21, 202612:00 PM - 1:30 PM Eastern Time (EDT)
Live Webinar: 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
$751.5General Credits -
Live WebinarTuesday, June 9, 20261:00 PM - 2:00 PM Eastern Time (EDT)
Live Webinar: Asking Questions That Stick: Mastering Form and Avoiding Objections
Any lawyer who examines witnesses at deposition, hearing, or at trial needs to know how to ask properly phrased questions that can withstand objections as to form. Judge Greenberg brings a wealth of both classroom and courtroom experience to teaching these fundamental skills. In this CLE course, attorneys will learn the rules of evidence that govern the most common and important issues of form. These issues include: leading questions and exceptions to the rule against leading; vague, confusin... More Info
$501General Credit -
Live WebinarWednesday, June 10, 20261:00 PM - 3:00 PM Eastern Time (EDT)
Live Webinar: Excessive Force Update: New Case Law
This CLE course will focus on new and breaking excessive force cases, including decisions that are currently available only in advance sheets. The presentation will review the facts of these cases in detail, recognizing that—perhaps more than in any other area of law—case outcomes are heavily dependent on their specific factual circumstances. Thie course will also include a review of the Use of Force Continuum, along with a primer on the governing legal standards. These components are d... More Info
$1002General Credits -
Live WebinarWednesday, June 17, 202610:00 AM - 12:00 PM Eastern Time (EDT)
Live Webinar: 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
$1002General Credits -
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When Self-Defense Is on Trial: Inside High-Profile Case Strategy
This CLE course provides an in-depth, practical look at defending individuals in self-defense cases, from the initial intake through trial and verdict. Participants will gain insight into how to strategically investigate, review files, and prepare for trial in a way that strengthens a self-defense claim. The course will cover critical considerations in working with investigators, evaluating evidence such as video and medical records, and navigating complex issues surrounding the use of force b... More Info
$501General Credit -
On-DemandOnline & iOS/Android App
"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
$501Ethics Credit