We Don’t Talk about “Speaker 2”: Following the Rules in Depositions
By Daniel Harrington – July 17, 2023 | The wise lawyer will study—and follow—all of the rules that govern depositions in their jurisdiction.
Ethics & Professionalism
The Ethics & Professionalism Committee examines issues of ethics and professionalism through the particular lens of litigation practice.
Articles
War Stories, Lawyer-to-Lawyer Consultations, and Listservs: Great Tools or Ethical Traps?
By Michael H. Rubin and Timothy G. Byrd – February 9, 2023 | Discussing current cases, exchanging war stories, or recounting past experiences on a listserv can have ethical ramifications.
Practice Points
“I Look Forward to Seeing You”: Why Competent and Diligent Lawyering Requires the Personal Touch
By Richard M. Hunt – August 31, 2023 | Taking the time and effort to meet with our clients, witnesses, and opposing counsel and parties is key to competent and diligent representation in our post-pandemic world.
Steering Clear of Witness Minefields, Part IV: Prompting a Witness to “Not Remember”
By Paul Mark Sandler, Bruce A. Green, and John M. Barkett – May 10, 2023 | Giving in to the temptation to coach a witness to “not remember” unfavorable information and to emphasize favorable information during their testimony can lead to dire circumstances.
Sound Advice
Pitfalls in Responding to Negative Online Reviews
John Johnson reviews issues attorneys face when dealing with negative online reviews. (9:38 min.)
Five Ways to Help Reduce Post-Pandemic Legal Malpractice
John Johnson reviews five ways to help reduce post-pandemic legal malpractice. (12:34 min.)
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Events & CLE
Oct
19
Events | In-Person
Class Actions 2023
ETHICS 60 min
This premier class-action conference will take place in Chicago and is more relevant than ever. Whether you litigate and try class action lawsuits, want to learn how to best help your clients, or lea…
Nov
01
Events | In-Person
Women in Litigation Joint CLE Conference
CLE 60 min
Join us as we highlight women leading for success in the courtroom, in the judiciary, and in the profession. This year's conference will feature 9 plenary programs and several networking events.
Jan
31
Events | In-Person
2024 Environmental & Energy, Mass Torts, and Products Liability Litigation Committees' Joint Regional CLE Program
ETHICS 60 min
The 2024 Environmental & Energy, Mass Torts, and Products Liability Litigation Committees' Joint Regional CLE Program is a multi-day program, presented by the Litigation Section's Products Liability,…