Thursday, September 16, 2021

CLA Appellate Offerings

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 At the Annual Meeting: Perfecting the Appeal — Preservation, Jurisdiction and Prosecution

Friday, September 24 @ 11:40 am – 12:50 pm
Join Court of Appeal Justice Anne Egerton and Hanson Bridgett appellate lawyers Gary Watt and David Casarrubias as they discuss issues affecting success on appeal including record preservation problems, jurisdictional safeguards and snafus, and how to navigate the appeal from docketing to decision. This program is part of the CLA Annual Meeting line-up (see further details below). Register for the Annual Meeting here.

Webinar: Navigating Post-Trial Motions and the Path to Appeal
Thursday, October 7 @ 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
Presented by the Committee on Appellate Courts, this program will cover civil post-trial motions in state court, including the distinctions between them and how to avoid procedural traps; which post-trial orders are appealable and the standards of review; and notice of appeal considerations and timing. The Panelists are experienced appellate lawyers, Paul R. Johnson, King & Spalding LLP, and Jocelyn Sperling, Law Office of Jocelyn Sperling. Register here.

Standards of Review and Prejudice: How to Win with Them
Thursday, December 2 @ 12:00 pm – 1:15 pm
For success in the Court of Appeal, it is essential to properly argue the standard of review and the standard of prejudice. While appellate attorneys are generally aware of this, there are common mistakes made by even seasoned attorneys. Attendees of this program will receive a primer on the relevant case law and will learn valuable tips for maximizing their chances of winning in the appellate courts. Register here

Still looking for more appellate mcle? See Mastering the Art of Persuasive Appellate Briefs: Practical Tips from Former Appellate Law Clerks (Strafford, Oct. 7, 10-11:30 a.m.).

Also: The September 2021 issue of Litigation Update is now online, keeping you up to date on current case law.