Using Federal Rule of Civil Procedure 54(b) During the COVID-19 Pandemic
By Saran Q. Edwards – September 15, 2020 | Unsticking the wheels of justice.
Pretrial Practice & Discovery
The Pretrial Practice & Discovery Committee is dedicated to enhancing the substantive knowledge of its members about a wide range of Pretrial Practice & Discovery issues, including legislative proposals, rule changes, and recent court decisions.
Recent Practice Points
Taking an Immediate Appeal in the Time of COVID-19
By Paige Tungate – August 13, 2020 | Attorneys who are continuing to adapt to this “new normal” would be wise to keep Rule 54(b) in mind as a way to keep the judicial process moving.
Articles
Discovery When Opposing a Pro Se Litigant
By Lori Gayle Nuckolls – June 17, 2020 | Themes and theories of discovery to keep in mind when the other side represents themselves.
Spoliation Sanctions and How to Avoid Them
By Dalila Hoover – June 17, 2020 | Amended Rule 37(e) provides a uniform standard for imposing sanctions when assessing the degree of accountability for nonpreservation.
Sound Advice Podcasts
Top Tips for Taking and Defending Remote Depositions
Considering taking a remote deposition while working from home? Learn from Mason Farmani, CEO of Barkley Court Reporters, about the various virtual options, how to prepare, and avoiding technical snafus! (22:25 min.)
8 Tips for Engaging in Virtual Mediation
In this program, Tanya Greene provides eight practical tips for attorneys who are interested in participating in a virtual mediation. (8:12 min.)
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Events & CLE
Sep
15
Events | Webinar
How to Ethically Protect and Secure Communication in Online Dispute Resolution[CC]
ETHICS 60 min
This webinar will review key ethical concerns related to virtual and online mediations and provide practice tips as to how attorneys can collaborate with client representatives, communicate with the…
Oct
13
Events | Webinar
Class Actions National (Virtual) Institute
ETHICS 60 min
This premier class action conference will be presented as a virtual conference and will be more relevant than ever. Whether you litigate and try class action lawsuits, want to learn how to best help…
Nov
05
Events | Webinar
Women in Insurance Network Virtual Regional CLE Program
CLE 348 min
Explore how to navigate hot coverage issues and a virtual legal system in 2020, the evolving legal landscape from prominent insurance attorneys, judges, and professionals and create an environment wh…