While most criminal cases are resolved via plea bargain, it is imperative to understand the ins-and-outs of the District Court trial session. This seminar walks you through the major aspects of a trial from motions in Limine to closings. The panel of trial attorneys and a District Court Judge guides you through the case and you will act as jury.
Unlike the jury, you have the opportunity to ask questions after the verdict. Case theory, witness preparation, and strategy are all open for discussion. Find out how experienced trial attorneys prepare their case for trial, from the day of arraignment.
Unlike the jury, you have the opportunity to ask questions after the verdict. Case theory, witness preparation, and strategy are all open for discussion. Find out how experienced trial attorneys prepare their case for trial, from the day of arraignment.
Course Content
2:00 pm - 2:05 pmWelcome and Introduction
2:05 pm - 2:30 pm
Motions in Limine
Tracy L. Walts, Esq.,
Todd & Weld LLP, Boston
Sarah Stancato McEvoy, Esq.,
Suffolk District Attorney's Office,
Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Boston
2:30 pm - 2:55 pm
Opening Statements
Tracy L. Walts, Esq.,
Todd & Weld LLP, Boston
Sarah Stancato McEvoy, Esq.,
Suffolk District Attorney's Office,
Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Boston
2:55 pm - 3:25 pm
Direct and Cross of a Police Witness
Tracy L. Walts, Esq.,
Todd & Weld LLP, Boston
Sarah Stancato McEvoy, Esq.,
Suffolk District Attorney's Office,
Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Boston
3:25 pm - 3:40 pm
Break
3:40 pm - 4:10 pm
Direct and Cross of a Civilian Witness
Tracy L. Walts, Esq.,
Todd & Weld LLP, Boston
Sarah Stancato McEvoy, Esq.,
Suffolk District Attorney's Office,
Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Boston
4:10 pm - 4:35 pm
Closing Arguments
Tracy L. Walts, Esq.,
Todd & Weld LLP, Boston
Sarah Stancato McEvoy, Esq.,
Suffolk District Attorney's Office,
Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Boston
4:35 pm - 4:45 pm
Judicial Opinion
,
4:45 pm - 5:00 pm
'Ask the Experts' Q&A Session and Key Takeaways
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
ChairTracy L. Walts, Esq.,
Todd & Weld LLP, Boston
Faculty
Hon. William F. Martin,
Administrative Office of the District Court, Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Boston
Sarah Stancato McEvoy, Esq.,
Suffolk District Attorney's Office,
Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Boston
Cynthia Siu, Esq.,
Committee for Public Counsel Services, Quincy
