Motion practice is crucial and can make a huge difference in the outcome of your case. Whether you file a motion for a bill of particulars, or a motion to suppress, it can be the defining factor in whether you win or lose a trial, or whether you even need to go to trial. As criminal practitioners, it is important that we think strategically about how we craft motions, and the long-term goals. Identifying the theory of the case should begin at arraignment, and the motions should assist in advancing the theory of the case. We should craft every motion in good faith, with the mindset of winning. We know that not all motions are successful, but they can lay a foundation for building a strong defense for your client, developing a legal strategy, and preserving issues for appeal.
In this program you get insight into the nuts and bolts of motion practice, practical strategic information from experienced criminal lawyers, and a view from the bench.
In this program you get insight into the nuts and bolts of motion practice, practical strategic information from experienced criminal lawyers, and a view from the bench.
Course Content
2:00 pm - 2:10 pmWelcome and Introduction
Alicia A. McNeil, Esq.,
McNeil Law, Wakefield
2:10 pm - 3:00 pm
Filing and Writing Criminal Motions
Katharine Naples-Mitchell, Esq.,
John F. Kennedy School of Government, Harvard University, Cambridge
3:00 pm - 4:05 pm
Crafting Killer Criminal Motions: Hypothetical
Jennifer C. Capone, Esq.,
Law Office of Jennifer Capone, North Andover
Alicia A. McNeil, Esq.,
McNeil Law, Wakefield
Katharine Naples-Mitchell, Esq.,
John F. Kennedy School of Government, Harvard University, Cambridge
4:05 pm - 4:20 pm
Break
4:20 pm - 4:30 pm
Various Criminal Motions
Motion to Amend Stay • Discovery Motion 'Long' • Revise & Revoke - Primary Caretaker 3 Supporting Affidavits • MIL - Jurors Criminal Record • Motion to Reconsider Motion to Suppress • Motion to Terminate Probation Early • Motion to Vacate GPS
Jennifer C. Capone, Esq.,
Law Office of Jennifer Capone, North Andover
Alicia A. McNeil, Esq.,
McNeil Law, Wakefield
Katharine Naples-Mitchell, Esq.,
John F. Kennedy School of Government, Harvard University, Cambridge
Please Note
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There are no published print materials. All written materials are available electronically only.
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Speakers
ChairAlicia A. McNeil, Esq.,
McNeil Law, Wakefield
Faculty
Jennifer C. Capone, Esq.,
Law Office of Jennifer Capone, North Andover
Katharine Naples-Mitchell, Esq.,
John F. Kennedy School of Government, Harvard University, Cambridge
