This isn't just Miranda v. Arizona and Terry v. Ohio; we know you went to law school. However, if you practice in District or Superior Court in Massachusetts, these are the cases with which you must be familiar. In every practice, the ability to anticipate and comprehend the important legal issues of the day is grounded in an understanding of foundational cases and an appreciation of trending authority. Join the all-star faculty for a summary and analysis of Massachusetts criminal case law that you must be fluent in to practice successfully in the Commonwealth. These cases cover a variety of topics governing your practice-from pretrial matters through sentencing hearings. This roundtable-style program provides direct access to the expert panelists in a highly-focused setting.
The seminar is designed to benefit prosecutors and defense attorneys alike, and participants leave with a balanced understanding of those cases that are the foundation of any criminal lawyer's practice. Learn how these cases shape the law-and how to use them in your practice.
The seminar is designed to benefit prosecutors and defense attorneys alike, and participants leave with a balanced understanding of those cases that are the foundation of any criminal lawyer's practice. Learn how these cases shape the law-and how to use them in your practice.
Course Content
2:00 pm - 2:05 pmWelcome and Introduction
2:05 pm - 2:20 pm
25 Critical Cases Every Criminal Lawyer Must Know: Probable Cause and Charging
Panel
2:20 pm - 2:35 pm
25 Critical Cases Every Criminal Lawyer Must Know: Bail and Conditions
Panel
2:35 pm - 3:00 pm
25 Critical Cases Every Criminal Lawyer Must Know: Discovery
Panel
3:00 pm - 3:15 pm
25 Critical Cases Every Criminal Lawyer Must Know: Motions to Suppress
Panel
3:15 pm - 3:30 pm
Break
4:00 pm - 4:30 pm
25 Critical Cases Every Criminal Lawyer Must Know: Trial Issues
Panel
4:30 pm - 4:45 pm
25 Critical Cases Every Criminal Lawyer Must Know: Probation
Panel
Please Note
This webcast is delivered completely online, underscoring their convenience and appeal.
There are no published print materials. All written materials are available electronically only.
They are posted 24 hours prior to the program and can be accessed, downloaded, or printed from your computer.
Speakers
ChairJ. Anne Iglehart, Esq.,
Iglehart & Porges, Boston
Faculty
Lynn S. Feigenbaum, Esq.,
Suffolk District Attorney's Office, Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Boston
Claudia Lagos, Esq.,
Scully and Lagos
, Boston
Amanda M. Sheehan, Esq.,
Suffolk District Attorney's Office, Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Boston