Wednesday, October 29, 2014
10:00 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.
Registration at 9:30 a.m.
Register by October 22, 2014
NDNY-Federal Court Bar Association CLE Program  "Litigation Series Part V:  The First Day of Trial"
James M. Hanley U.S. Federal Building and Courthouse Syracuse, New York

Your opening statement is prepared, your witnesses are ready and your exhibits are marked, but what else do you need to know (and do) to prepare for and conduct your first day of trial.  The Panel will cover issues relating to pretrial submissions, the Final Pretrial Conference, preparation for and effective use of courtroom technology, jury selection and opening statements.  The Panel will also offer tips and other practical advice on navigating the first day of trial.

Moderator: 
Mitchell J. Katz, Esq.
Menter, Rudin & Trivelpiece, P.C.

Presenters:
Hon. Frederick J. Scullin, Jr.
Senior U.S. District Court Judge, Northern District of New York

Brian Onofry, Esq.
Law Clerk to Hon. Mae A. D'Agostino, U.S. District Court Judge,
Northern District of New York

Lori M. Welch
Courtroom Deputy for U.S. District Court Judge Glenn T. Suddaby, Northern District of New York