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Relative Proportionality Argument Rejected

E-Discovery LLC

Wiegand objected. After setting out the boilerplate on scope of discovery and requirements for a protective order, the Court wrote: “The burden is on the party resisting discovery to explain specifically why its objections, including those based on irrelevance, are proper given the broad and liberal construction of federal discovery rules.”

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How Not to Negotiate an ESI Protocol? Say it is “Mandatory”; and, Demand That Discussions be Recorded

E-Discovery LLC

Given [1] the breadth and scope of Attorney XXXXs [1] ESI Requests and [2] the content and tone of the XXXX Firm ESI Plan, it is not surprising that Defense Counsel objected to the ESI protocol that Attorney XXXX was demanding be used in this case. at *5 (Emphasis added). at *9 (Emphasis added).

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What Should Be Included in an Intake Form?

Lawmatics

A well-constructed intake form includes fields for a client’s basic information including name, address, contact details, and the details about the nature of their case. The more details that are requested on an intake form, the better a lawyer can qualify a lead before setting an appointment.

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A SIMPLE SUMMARY OF TRIAL CONCEPTS

Plaintiff Trial Lawyer Tips

Decisions are not simply made on the basis of intellectual analysis of the testimony and evidence. In my experience jurors have consistently objected to attorney anger, unprofessional or disrespectful conduct. The primary factors prevail over facts, evidence and logical reasoning. Emotion plays a huge role. Case framing.

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Flawed science? Two efforts launched to improve scientific validity of psychological test evidence in court

Forensic Psychologist

Psychological tests hold a magical allure as objective truth. New report slams "junk science” psychological assessments In one of two significant developments, a group of researchers today released evidence of systematic problems with the state of psychological test admissibility in court.

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The Art of Preparation: A Comprehensive Guide to Mock Trial Training

Jonathan Leach LLC

Participants of mock trials in El Paso will learn how to construct compelling arguments, effectively present evidence, and cross-examine witnesses. The art of persuasion, eloquence, and the ability to think on your feet is developed through practice sessions and constructive feedback from peers and mentors.

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How to Improve Legal Writing Skills: Strategies, Examples & Best Practices

Legal Writing Launch

The active voice follows the subject-verb-object structure, making it easier for the reader to follow your argument. For example, The lawyer presented the evidence is more straightforward than The evidence was presented by the lawyer. The active voice follows the subject-verb-object order.