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Mock Trial of an Eviction Action in Housing Court

  • Training

  • 3 Hours
  • Massachusetts Continuing Legal Education, Inc. (MCLE)
  • ID: 5866222
Eviction actions can be easy to start and difficult to try. The presentation of information can be complex and challenging, particularly in the context of the fast-moving summary process procedure.

This innovative program demonstrates and explains effective techniques for presenting and defending a winning case before the Housing Court. The panel of seasoned eviction attorneys share their practical ideas, techniques, and strategies for presenting your client’s claims at trial-using mock direct and cross examinations of the landlord and tenant. Hear first-hand from the Judge what presentation styles, techniques, and strategies were persuasive and effective. This fast-moving program, geared toward practitioners with knowledge of the basics of landlord-tenant law, focuses on strategies for effectively litigating in the Housing Court. Bring your questions for a highly focused learning experience!

Course Content

2:00 - 2:06 pm
Welcome and Introduction
Catherine F. Downing, Esq.,
Downing Van Dyke LLC, Framingham

2:06 - 2:11 pm
Analysis of Fact Scenario
Panel

2:11 - 2:32 pm
Mock Trial of an Eviction Action: Pre-Trial Considerations and Actions
Danielle Johnson, Esq.,
Boston, City of/Mayor's Office of Housing, Boston
Stuart T. Schrier, Esq.,
Schrier & Associates, PC, Boston

2:32 - 3:07 pm
Mock Trial of an Eviction Action: How to Evaluate Your Case to Prepare for Trial
eDemonstration
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Danielle Johnson, Esq.,
Boston, City of/Mayor's Office of Housing, Boston
Stuart T. Schrier, Esq.,
Schrier & Associates, PC, Boston
Hon. Gustavo A. del Puerto,
First Justice, Northeast Housing Court, Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Boston

3:07 - 3:17 pm
Break

3:17 - 4:01 pm
Mock Trial of an Eviction Action: Trial - Landlord's Case
eDemonstration
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Hon. Gustavo A. del Puerto,
First Justice, Northeast Housing Court, Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Boston
Danielle Johnson, Esq.,
Boston, City of/Mayor's Office of Housing, Boston
Stuart T. Schrier, Esq.,
Schrier & Associates, PC, Boston

4:01 - 4:40 pm
Mock Trial of an Eviction Action: Trial - Tenant's Case
eDemonstration
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Hon. Gustavo A. del Puerto,
First Justice, Northeast Housing Court, Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Boston
Danielle Johnson, Esq.,
Boston, City of/Mayor's Office of Housing, Boston
Stuart T. Schrier, Esq.,
Schrier & Associates, PC, Boston

4:40 - 5:00 pm
Key Takeaway's and Volunteer Lawyer's Project
Panel

5:00 - 5:04 pm
Volunteer Lawyer's Project

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

Chair
Catherine F. Downing, Esq.,
Downing Van Dyke LLC, Framingham

Faculty
Hon. Gustavo A. del Puerto,
First Justice, Northeast Housing Court, Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Boston
Danielle Johnson, Esq.,
Boston, City of/Mayor's Office of Housing, Boston
Stuart T. Schrier, Esq.,
Schrier & Associates, PC
, Boston