Program Chairs:
Cynthia Kuehl,
Lerners LLP
Tina Lie,
Paliare Roland Rosenberg Rothstein LLP
Summary judgment motions are a critical tool for litigators. They can help you resolve contentious issues, shorten civil actions, and even end litigation altogether. But this is only possible if you know when and how to effectively deploy them.
The plenary program will be held on September 26 and the
learning-by-doing skills workshop will be held on September 27. There are three registration options: (1) Zoom plenary + Zoom workshop, (2) Zoom plenary + in-person workshop (Toronto); or (3) Zoom plenary only (see below for more information).
Plenary Details | Tuesday, September 26, 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm (ET) (Via Zoom)
Attend this strategy-focused program and gain practical tips on how to prepare for, argue, and oppose a summary judgment motion. Judges and leading practitioners will take you through the most effective practices in summary judgment motions advocacy in engaging panel discussions, presentations, and live demonstrations.
Workshop Details | Wednesday, September 27, 2023, 1:00 pm to 4:30 pm (ET) (Via Zoom or In Person - Toronto)
Gain hands-on experience arguing a mock summary judgment motion in a supportive learning environment. You will get immediate, individualized feedback on your performance from our highly trained instructors, as well as learning from your peers as you work through interactive exercises in small groups. This unique, practical learning experience is laser-focused on the core advocacy skills you need for effective summary judgment motions advocacy.
Please also note that the workshop requires advance preparation based on a mock case file, which will be provided to you in advance of the workshop.
Registration includes educational materials, which will be provided prior to the program. Registration also includes access to the live plenary recording for 30 days from the date the link is sent to you. The workshop will not be recorded.
The skills workshop is available via Zoom, or in person at The Advocates' Society, 2700-250 Yonge Street, Toronto.
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