Litigation Tips Archives » Alameda County Bar Association Promoting Excellence - Seeking Justice Tue, 25 Jun 2024 23:19:04 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.6.1 https://www.acbanet.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/cropped-ACBA-favicon-1-32x32.png Litigation Tips Archives » Alameda County Bar Association 32 32 A Guide to Crafting a Compelling Opening Statement https://www.acbanet.org/2024/06/25/a-guide-to-crafting-a-compelling-opening-statement/ Tue, 25 Jun 2024 23:19:04 +0000 https://www.acbanet.org/?p=17906 A Step-by-Step Guide to Creating an Opening Statement The opening statement is one of the most crucial parts of a trial. It sets the stage for the entire case, giving the jury their first impression of the evidence and arguments they will hear. Crafting a compelling opening statement can significantly influence the outcome of the […]

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]]> I Want To Get People’s Pronouns Right! Tips For Not Misgendering https://www.acbanet.org/2023/07/14/tips-for-not-misgendering/ Fri, 14 Jul 2023 07:12:45 +0000 https://www.acbanet.org/?p=17410 Respecting Gender Identity: Practical Tips to Honor Pronouns and Avoid Misgendering Adapted from a presentation given to Congregation Sha’ar Zahav Inclusivity and respect for diversity have become paramount in all aspects of life, especially in the legal profession. As legal practitioners, lawyers bear the responsibility of upholding justice while ensuring that everyone, regardless of their […]

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]]> Mastering Legal Writing: Tips for Clear and Persuasive Communication https://www.acbanet.org/2023/06/13/mastering-legal-writing-tips-for-clear-and-persuasive-communication/ https://www.acbanet.org/2023/06/13/mastering-legal-writing-tips-for-clear-and-persuasive-communication/#comments Tue, 13 Jun 2023 02:27:10 +0000 https://www.acbanet.org/?p=17441 How to Craft Compelling Legal Arguments Legal writing is a fundamental skill for professionals in the legal field. Whether drafting contracts, memos, briefs, or other legal documents, clear and persuasive communication is essential to effectively advocate for clients and convey complex legal concepts. In this blog post, we will explore valuable tips to help you […]

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]]> https://www.acbanet.org/2023/06/13/mastering-legal-writing-tips-for-clear-and-persuasive-communication/feed/ 1 De-stressing clients (and us too): Steps to improve ADR efforts and client relationships https://www.acbanet.org/2021/09/14/destressing-clients-and-us-too-steps-to-improve-adr-efforts-and-client-relationships/ Tue, 14 Sep 2021 18:29:35 +0000 https://www.acbanet.org/?p=16580 By Mark LeHocky – ADR Services, Inc. Civil mediations are by their nature stressful events. Disputants can’t agree on who’s likely to win or the shape of a resolution.  So you bring in a third party who may agree or disagree – or at least raise serious concerns – as to your assessment.  Stressful to […]

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]]> What I Learned From My First Court Appearance https://www.acbanet.org/2020/07/15/what-i-learned-from-my-first-court-appearance/ Wed, 15 Jul 2020 21:45:33 +0000 https://alamedacountyb.wpengine.com/?p=15387 THE THINGS I LEARNED FROM MY FIRST COURT APPEARANCE BY:  NIKKI CLARK This article was republished with permission from Nikki Clark, now a Commissioner with the Superior Court of California, County of Alameda. It was originally published by the ABA some 10 years ago, but still holds true today. I was sworn in as an […]

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]]> Tips from the Bench Part III https://www.acbanet.org/2017/04/06/10077/ Thu, 06 Apr 2017 17:32:34 +0000 https://alamedacountyb.wpengine.com/?p=10077 On October 19, 2016, the ACBA hosted an MCLE in which four women judges (Judges Winifred Smith, Ioana Petrou, and Tara Flanagan of the Alameda County Superior Court, and Hon. Lynn Duryee (Ret.), formerly of the Marin County Superior Court, and now with JAMS) shared their perspectives and judicial tips on women lawyers and litigation. As […]

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]]> Tips From the Bench, Part II https://www.acbanet.org/2017/03/21/tips-bench-part-ii/ Tue, 21 Mar 2017 21:25:36 +0000 https://alamedacountyb.wpengine.com/?p=10011 On October 19, 2016, the ACBA hosted an MCLE in which four women judges (Judges Winifred Smith, Ioana Petrou, and Tara Flanagan of the Alameda County Superior Court, and Hon. Lynn Duryee (Ret.), formerly of the Marin County Superior Court, and now with JAMS) shared their perspectives and judicial tips on women lawyers and litigation. As […]

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]]> Dear Commish: I’m Afraid I Won’t Like My Practice Area https://www.acbanet.org/2016/01/07/dear-commish-im-afraid-i-wont-like-my-practice-area/ https://www.acbanet.org/2016/01/07/dear-commish-im-afraid-i-wont-like-my-practice-area/#respond Thu, 07 Jan 2016 20:49:09 +0000 https://acbanews.wordpress.com/?p=5802 Dear Commish: I am a new attorney, trying to figure out my next step. How did you figure out what area you were interested in? I’m afraid to jump into one thing because then I’m afraid I won’t like it, but will be stuck.

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]]> https://www.acbanet.org/2016/01/07/dear-commish-im-afraid-i-wont-like-my-practice-area/feed/ 0 Trial Evidence Series, Part 10: Character Evidence in Civil Trials https://www.acbanet.org/2015/09/11/trial-evidence-series-part-10-character-evidence-in-civil-trials/ https://www.acbanet.org/2015/09/11/trial-evidence-series-part-10-character-evidence-in-civil-trials/#respond Fri, 11 Sep 2015 18:14:52 +0000 https://acbanews.wordpress.com/?p=5393 Character evidence is evidence that suggests that a person or entity has a propensity to act in a certain way.  It’s powerful evidence, so powerful that it tends to overwhelm everything else.  In addition, opening up the issue of someone or something’s character can be very time-consuming.  And the legal issues are complicated.  Accordingly, judges […]

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]]> https://www.acbanet.org/2015/09/11/trial-evidence-series-part-10-character-evidence-in-civil-trials/feed/ 0 Sick Leave for All California Employees https://www.acbanet.org/2015/07/06/sick-leave-for-all-california-employees/ https://www.acbanet.org/2015/07/06/sick-leave-for-all-california-employees/#respond Mon, 06 Jul 2015 17:35:00 +0000 https://acbanews.wordpress.com/?p=5226 California's employment law landscape is constantly shifting. On or after July 1, 2015, all California employers regardless of size must provide their California employees with at least 3 days (24 hours) of paid sick leave per year.

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