NEXT GEN Defense Lawyer Training is a FREE TDLA webinar series of 9 short virtual CLE programs running over a 12 month period, with each webinar addressing a different aspect of the defense of a civil case, especially designed for TDLA young lawyers. A TDLA member will educate on the topic and end with an open group discussion.
On February 10th, TDLA member and seasoned attorney Lynn Lawyer with Travelers will present the first Next Gen webinar on the topics of Client Interviews, Initial Case Analysis/ Assessment. Conducting a thorough and effective client interview is integral to building a successful attorney-client relationship. The client interview sets the stage for all future interactions throughout the life of the case. Join us for a practical guide to establishing a relationship with your client from the onset and conducting client interviews to get all the information you need for your initial case analysis and assessment. The interactive webinar will begin at Noon CST/ 1pm EST and last for one hour.
Upcoming NEXT GEN Training webinars, registration coming soon:
March 2023: Drafting Answer, Motions to Dismiss, Motions for Judgment on the Pleadings – Tom Shumate, Meridian Law
April 2023: Written Discovery (answering it and drafting it) – Kitty Boyte, Peterson White
May 2023: Party Depositions – Steve Dix, Dix & Massey
July 2023: Dispositive Motions – Hannah Lowe, Farmers Insurance
August 2023: Experts (retaining, deposing, defending depositions, etc.) – Scott Rhodes, White & Rhodes
October 2023: Motions in Limine and pre-trial evidentiary issues – Dawn Carson, Hickman, Goza & Spragins
November 2023: Evaluation of Cases for Settlement/Mediation/Settlement Tips and Tactics for Negotiation – Tommy Santel, Parkerson, Santel & Garner
December 2023: Pre-trial Conferences, Jury Instructions, Jury Verdict Form – Brad Fraser, Leitner, Williams, Dooley & Napolitan
