Creating a Trial Notebook (2024 Edition)
With an illustrious career spanning five decades, Dan Shulman stands as a distinguished trial lawyer renowned for his prowess in complex commercial and civil rights litigation.
On-Demand: May 10, 2024
2 hour CLE
Tuition: $195.00
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Program Summary
Workers don't go to work without their tools, and neither do trial lawyers. The indispensable tool for trial lawyers is the trial notebook, which tells you in one place everything you really need to know to try your case and where to find it. The trial notebook is your guide for everything from jury selection to closing argument.
This course is co-sponsored with myLawCLE.
Key topics to be discussed:
- Learn what's in and what's out of a well-prepared trial notebook
- Learn the best practices for organizing a trial notebook
- Prepare your notebook for effective direct and cross-examination
- Keep track of exhibits efficiently and accurately
- Use your notebook to build a closing argument as the trial proceeds
- Be prepared for objections and evidentiary issues
- Organize effective direct and cross for experts
Closed-captioning available
Speakers
Daniel R. Shulman | Shulman & Buske
With an illustrious career spanning five decades, Dan Shulman stands as a distinguished trial lawyer renowned for his prowess in complex commercial and civil rights litigation. Since his admission to practice in Minnesota in 1970, Dan has been at the forefront of legal advocacy, successfully trying lawsuits in state and federal courts across Minnesota and various other states.
A trailblazer in his field, Dan holds memberships in prestigious legal organizations, including the International Academy of Trial Lawyers, the American College of Trial Lawyers, and the Litigation Counsel of America, where he serves as a Fellow Emeritus.
Recognized for his exceptional legal acumen, Dan was honored as a Minnesota Lawyer of the Year in 2012 and 2018. In 2021, his dedication to excellence earned him a coveted spot in The Best Lawyers in America, acknowledged for his expertise in Antitrust Law, Bet-the-Company Litigation, and Commercial Litigation.
Dan’s academic journey reflects a commitment to intellectual rigor, with a Bachelor of Arts degree cum laude from Harvard College (1965), a master’s degree in English Literature from Yale University (1967), and a Juris Doctor degree with honors from Harvard Law School (1970). Beyond his remarkable achievements, Dan continues to shape the legal landscape, leaving an indelible mark on the profession through his unparalleled experience and unwavering dedication.
Agenda
I.Learn what’s in and what’s out of a well-prepared trial notebook | 2:00pm – 2:15pm
II.Learn the best practices for organizing a trial notebook | 2:15pm – 2:30pm
III.Prepare your notebook for effective direct and cross-examination | 2:30pm – 2:45pm
IV.Keep track of exhibits efficiently and accurately | 2:45pm – 3:00pm
Break | 3:00pm – 3:10pm
V.Use your notebook to build a closing argument as the trial proceeds | 3:10pm – 3:25pm
VI.Be prepared for objections and evidentiary issues | 3:25pm – 3:45pm
VII.Organize effective direct and cross for experts | 3:45pm – 4:10pm
Credits
Alaska
Approved for CLE Credits
2 General
Alabama
Approved for Self-Study Credits
2 General
Arkansas
Approved for CLE Credits
2 General
Arizona
Approved for CLE Credits
2 General
California
Approved for CLE Credits
2 General
Colorado
Pending CLE Approval
2 General
Connecticut
Approved for CLE Credits
2 General
District of Columbia
No MCLE Required
2 General Hours
Delaware
Approved for CLE Credits
2 General
Florida
Approved for CLE Credits
2.5 General
Georgia
Approved for CLE Credits
2 General
Hawaii
Approved for CLE Credits
2 General
Iowa
Pending CLE Approval
2 General
Idaho
Pending CLE Approval
2 General
Illinois
Approved for Self-Study Credits
2 General
Indiana
Approved for Self-Study Credits
2 General
Kansas
Approved for Self-Study Credits
2 General
Kentucky
Pending CLE Approval
2 General
Louisiana
Pending CLE Approval
2 General
Massachusetts
No MCLE Required
2 General Hours
Maryland
No MCLE Required
2 General Hours
Maine
Pending CLE Approval
2 General
Michigan
No MCLE Required
2 General Hours
Minnesota
Approved for Self-Study Credits
2 General
Missouri
Approved for Self-Study Credits
2.4 General
Mississippi
Approved for CLE Credits
2 General
Montana
Approved for Self-Study Credits
2 General
North Carolina
Approved for Self-Study Credits
2 General
North Dakota
Approved for CLE Credits
2 General
Nebraska
Pending CLE Approval
2 General
New Hampshire
Approved for CLE Credits
2 General
New Jersey
Approved for CLE Credits
2.4 General
New Mexico
Approved for Self-Study Credits
2 General
Nevada
Approved for Self-Study Credits
2 General
New York
Approved for CLE Credits
2.4 Law Practice Management
Ohio
Approved for Self-Study Credits
2 General
Oklahoma
Approved for Self-Study Credits
2.5 General
Oregon
Approved for Self-Study Credits
2 General
Pennsylvania
Approved for Self-Study Credits
2 General
Rhode Island
Pending CLE Approval
2.5 General
South Carolina
Approved for CLE Credits
2 General
South Dakota
No MCLE Required
2 General Hours
Tennessee
Approved for Self-Study Credits
2 General
Texas
Approved for CLE Credits
2 General
Utah
Pending CLE Approval
2 General
Virginia
Approved for Self-Study Credits
2 General
Vermont
Approved for CLE Credits
2 General
Washington
Approved for Self-Study Credits
2 Law and Legal
Wisconsin
Approved for Self-Study Credits
2 Law Practice Management
West Virginia
Pending CLE Approval
2 General
Wyoming
Approved for Self-Study Credits
2 General
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