Description:
In this session of the Advanced Appellate Practice Seminar, a distinguished panel of speakers will discuss select topics in advanced oral argument skills, including:

• What judges are trying to accomplish at oral argument
• How to quickly categorize a question
• How to identify the type of question you are getting, so you can answer it strategically.
• How to best to answer hypothetical questions of different flavors
• How to address policy concerns
• How best to pivot when a judge has you on the ropes
• How to approach Oral Argument when there is a Tentative Opinion or Focus Letter
• How to maximize the few minutes you have without wasting time
• Preparation and Practice Strategies:
  • Effectively using moot courts when preparing
• Hybrid Arguments – pros, cons and policy changes

Speaker:

• Hon. Tani Cantil-Sakauye (Ret.) – ADR Services, Inc.
• Hon. Jon Streeter – California Court of Appeal, First District, Division 4
• Gary Watt, Esq. – Hanson Bridgett

MCLE:
Full Seminar provides 6.25 general credits, or Legal Specialization Credit in Appellate Law

Full Seminar Cost:
Individual: $429
Early Bird rate: $404 (Before December 15, 2023)

Location:
February 1, 2024 | San Francisco, CA or via Live Webcast

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