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Although only a small percentage of divorce cases are actually tried to conclusion, the successful domestic relations practitioner must be prepared to try cases or successfully negotiate a settlement in the process. This program helps you improve your trial techniques by giving you the unique opportunity to observe seasoned domestic relations practitioners in action. Throughout the program, experienced domestic relations trial practitioners try a mock divorce case from start to finish. A real estate broker and forensic accountant testify about the considerations in determining value of a marital home and how to locate and value assets and small business income. A lawyer seasoned in alternative dispute resolution provides insight into the use of ADR options as a trial alternative and while preparing for trial. A Probate and Family Court judge presides over the trial, rules on evidentiary objections, provides advice, and critiques each segment as it is presented. Don't miss this opportunity to spend a day with litigation experts to gain valuable insight into how to prepare and try a divorce case!
Although only a small percentage of divorce cases are actually tried to conclusion, the successful domestic relations practitioner must be prepared to try cases or successfully negotiate a settlement in the process. This program helps you improve your trial techniques by giving you the unique opportunity to observe seasoned domestic relations practitioners in action. Throughout the program, experienced domestic relations trial practitioners try a mock divorce case from start to finish. A real estate broker and forensic accountant testify about the considerations in determining value of a marital home and how to locate and value assets and small business income. A lawyer seasoned in alternative dispute resolution provides insight into the use of ADR options as a trial alternative and while preparing for trial. A Probate and Family Court judge presides over the trial, rules on evidentiary objections, provides advice, and critiques each segment as it is presented. Don't miss this opportunity to spend a day with litigation experts to gain valuable insight into how to prepare and try a divorce case!
Course Content
9:00 am - 9:10 amWelcome and Introduction
Donald G. Tye, Esq.,
Prince Lobel Tye LLP, Boston
9:10 am - 9:35 am
Negotiation Strategies/and effective use of Pre-Trial Hearings, Status Conference and Case Management Conference (Rule 409), “Four-way Meetings”, Time Standards, and Use of Alternative Dispute Resolution
Barbra I. Black, Esq.,
Black, LaFrance & Bollinger LLC , Woburn
9:35 am - 9:50 am
Arbitration, Mediation, Collaboration and other ADR alternatives: Working with Lawyers to “Win” for Clients
Jonathan E. Fields, Esq.,
Fields and Dennis LLP, Wellesley
9:50 am - 10:10 am
Judge’s Comments on What Is Expected at Pre-Trial Hearings, Time Standards, and Other Practice Suggestions
Hon. Kimberly Moses,
Probate and Family Court, Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Canton
10:10 am - 10:30 am
Case Evaluation, Discovery, Trial Planning and Preparation (including checklist for “Thirty Days before Trial”)/Requesting an Allowance of Legal Fees, Pendente Lite
Donald G. Tye, Esq.,
Prince Lobel Tye LLP, Boston
10:30 am - 10:50 am
Overview of Business Valuation and Methodology and Direct and Cross Examination of an Expert on Forensic Analysis of Income and Business Valuation
Marc D. Bello, CPA/ABV, CVA, MAFF,
Willamette Management Associates, Boston
Mark J. Warner, Esq.,
Warner, Frederico & Ryan LLP, Boston
Steven E. Gurdin, Esq.,
Fitch Law Partners LLP, Boston
10:50 am - 11:00 am
Break
11:40 am - 11:45 am
How and Why to Get an Opinion on the Value of the Marital Home from Your Client and Direct and Cross Examination of a Licensed Real Estate Appraiser on the Value of the Marital Home
Donald G. Tye, Esq.,
Prince Lobel Tye LLP, Boston
Gary O. Todd, Esq.,
Todd & Weld LLP, Boston
Amanda Vanderhorst, Esq.,
Kates & Barlow, PC, Boston
12:15 pm - 12:25 pm
Direct and Cross Examination of a Real Estate Broker on The Value of a Marital Home
Mark J. Warner, Esq.,
Warner, Frederico & Ryan LLP, Boston
Linda A. Ouellette, Esq.,
Kates & Barlow, PC, Boston
12:40 pm - 1:30 pm
Lunch (on your own)
2:40 pm - 3:00 pm
Lecture: Tips on Preparation of Your Client as a Witness in a Divorce Trial
Robert J. Rutecki, Esq.,
Rutecki Law Office LLC, Milton
1:30 pm - 1:45 pm
Lecture: Preparation and Use of Financial Statements
Elaine M. Epstein, Esq.,
Todd & Weld LLP, Boston
1:45 pm - 2:00 pm
Direct and Cross Examination of Husband on Financial Statement
James L. Brick, Esq.,
Brick, Jones, McBrien & Hickey LLP, Newton
Linda A. Ouellette, Esq.,
Kates & Barlow, PC, Boston
3:00 pm - 3:15 pm
Direct and Cross Examination of Party Witness on G.L. c. 208, §34 Factors (Use of Demonstrative Aides
Amanda Vanderhorst, Esq.,
Kates & Barlow, PC, Boston
Alessandra Petruccelli, Esq.,
Law Office of Alessandra Petruccelli, Boston
Linda A. Ouellette, Esq.,
Kates & Barlow, PC, Boston
3:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Closing Arguments and Presentation of a Motion for Attorney’s Fees and Costs (G.L. c. 208 §38)
Hon. Kimberly Moses,
Probate and Family Court, Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Canton
Barbra I. Black, Esq.,
Black, LaFrance & Bollinger LLC , Woburn
James L. Brick, Esq.,
Brick, Jones, McBrien & Hickey LLP, Newton
4:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Judge's Decision and Final Comments
Hon. Kimberly Moses,
Probate and Family Court, Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Canton
4:30 pm - 5:00 pm
Critique and Commentary; “Ask the Experts” Q&A Session
Please Note
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There are no published print materials. All written materials are available electronically only.
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Speakers
ChairDonald G. Tye, Esq.,
Prince Lobel Tye LLP, Boston
Faculty
Marc D. Bello, CPA/ABV, CVA, MAFF,
Willamette Management Associates, Boston
Barbra I. Black, Esq.,
Black, LaFrance & Bollinger LLC , Woburn
James L. Brick, Esq.,
Brick, Jones, McBrien & Hickey LLP, Newton
Elaine M. Epstein, Esq.,
Todd & Weld LLP, Boston
Morgan Fennell,
The Appraisers Group, Belmont
Jonathan E. Fields, Esq.,
Fields and Dennis LLP, Wellesley
Steven E. Gurdin, Esq.,
Fitch Law Partners LLP, Boston
Hon. Kimberly Moses,
Probate and Family Court, Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Canton
Linda A. Ouellette, Esq.,
Kates & Barlow, PC, Boston
Alessandra Petruccelli, Esq.,
Law Office of Alessandra Petruccelli, Boston
Robert J. Rutecki, Esq.,
Rutecki Law Office LLC, Milton
Gary O. Todd, Esq.,
Todd & Weld LLP, Boston
Laurie R. Tunick, CPA, ABV, CFF,
Tunick Financial Services, Danvers
Amanda Vanderhorst, Esq.,
Kates & Barlow, PC, Boston
Mark J. Warner, Esq.,
Warner, Frederico & Ryan LLP, Boston
