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Amendments to CR 26 and 30 Will Change Discovery and Deposition Practice

WA Bar News

Amended Rule 30 does not address exhibits. Exhibits at remote depositions have been persistently problematic with many parties not providing them during deposition, showing all manner of items on screens, and wanting to send “exhibits” to the reporter later. CR 30(h)(7)(D).

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Visualization as a Tool to Enhance Performance: Picture Yourself in the Courtroom

The Successful Lawyer

Think about the exhibits. Choosing and using exhibits is the heavy lifting of trial work. Visualize the specific exhibits that will have an impact and help you tell your story. You can use visualization during motion practice as well. See your opponent presenting his or her case.

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Top Gun: Interview with Anita Ventrelli

The Successful Lawyer

Motion Practice While there are many programs teaching trial advocacy, there is an absence of training programs for family lawyers doing motion practice. Anita explained her methods of preparing and arguing a motion. Motion practice should be conversational. Good advice. This is unfortunate.