Roadmap for the In-House Lawyer Going to Trial

As an in-house lawyer managing litigation, rarely are the stakes as high as when your company is about to go to trial. In this program, seasoned trial lawyers Lorie E. Almon, Lynn A. Kappelman, and Bonnie Pierson-Murphy will provide a step-by-step guide to prepare in-house counsel for trial.

Learning Objectives:

I.    Obtain the attention of senior management in the build-up tio trial

II.   Ensure that company personnel critical to the trial are given the requisite time to prepare and testify

III.  Anticipate and manage trial risks

IV.  Make strategic and tactical decisions during trial

V.   Identify best practices to facilitate information flow to trial counsel

VI.  Determine whether to conduct a mock jury or focus group

VII. Comprehend courtroom decorum