Civil Litigation & Trial Skills

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The Rules of Evidence: What Every Litigation Paralegal Needs to Know

Credits Available
Credit Status Total
California MCLE Paralegal Approved 3 Total
Delaware Certified Paralegal Program Approved 3 Total
Florida Registered Paralegal Approved 3 Total
Indiana Paralegal CLE Approved 3 Total
NALA Approved 3 Total
Montana CLE Credit for Paralegals Approved 3 Total
North Carolina Continuing Paralegal Education Approved 3 Total
New Mexico Paralegal Division, State Bar of Approved 3 Total
Ohio Certified Paralegals Approved 3 Total
NFPA Approved 3 Total
Texas State Bar of Paralegal Division Approved 3 Total
Washington Paralegal Association Approved 3 Total
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2 hours 59 minutes
Mark West
Matthew Nagel
With Mark West from Law Offices of Mark West + 1 other
Recorded June 26, 2025
Product ID 100421

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Overview

Master the Evidence Maze

Enhance your litigation skills with this intermediate-level course designed to empower paralegals in trial preparation and courtroom success. This course explores the Federal Rules of Evidence, distinguishing admissible from inadmissible evidence, and identifying key relevance and prejudice factors. Dive deep into hearsay and its many exceptions through practical examples, and gain insight into recognizing and organizing objections to opposing evidence. Perfect for seasoned and new litigation paralegals alike, this program offers actionable strategies to effectively support attorneys throughout the litigation process. Don't wait - register today!

  • Learn about the rules of evidence and admissibility considerations.
  • Discuss hearsay and the many exceptions to the rule against it.
  • Learn how to arm your attorneys with pre-trial objections after reviewing depositions.
  • Explore best practices relating to supporting effective evidence presentation in the courtroom.

Abbreviated Agenda

  1. Introduction to the Rules of Evidence
  2. Hearsay and Its Exceptions
  3. Supporting Effective Evidence Presentation in Court
  4. Recognizing Objectionable Evidence

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Product ID 100421

Credit Details

Credits Available
Credit Status Total
California MCLE Paralegal Approved 3 Total
Delaware Certified Paralegal Program Approved 3 Total
Florida Registered Paralegal Approved 3 Total
Indiana Paralegal CLE Approved 3 Total
NALA Approved 3 Total
Montana CLE Credit for Paralegals Approved 3 Total
North Carolina Continuing Paralegal Education Approved 3 Total
New Mexico Paralegal Division, State Bar of Approved 3 Total
Ohio Certified Paralegals Approved 3 Total
NFPA Approved 3 Total
Texas State Bar of Paralegal Division Approved 3 Total
Washington Paralegal Association Approved 3 Total
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Agenda

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  1. Introduction to the Rules of Evidence

    1. The Federal Rules of Evidence (FRE): The Building Block of Most States' Rules
    2. Differences Between Admissible and Inadmissible Evidence
    3. What Makes Evidence Relevant?
    4. Exclusion of Relevant Evidence for Prejudice, Confusion, or Waste of Time

  2. Hearsay and Its Exceptions

    1. Distinguishing Between Statements That are Hearsay and Those That are Not
    2. Key Exceptions to the Hearsay Rule and Hypotheticals
    3. Best Practices for Identifying and Addressing Hearsay Issues as a Paralegal

  3. Supporting Effective Evidence Presentation in Court

  4. Recognizing Objectionable Evidence

    1. Flagging Potential Evidentiary Issues During Discovery
    2. When to Object: Common Grounds
    3. Preparing Attorneys With Pre-Trial Objections During Deposition Reviews
    4. Organizing Objections to Exhibits and Witness Testimony for Trial

Who Should Attend

This intermediate level program is designed to provide attendees with practical knowledge relating to the Rules of Evidence. Those who should attend include:

  • Paralegals
  • Legal Technicians
  • Legal Assistants
  • Legal Support Staff

Speakers

Mark West
Mark
West
Law Offices of Mark West
Matthew T Nagel
Matthew
Nagel
Growe Eisen Karlen Eilerts
Speaker bio
Mark West

Mark West

Law Offices of Mark West
Mark West

is a sole practitioner in San Gabriel, where he practices in plaintiff personal injury and wrongful death, products liability law, medical malpractice, and business civil litigation. He has published several articles and frequently lectures. Mr. West is admitted to practice in the Northern, Central and Southern U.S. District Courts in California; Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals; and Supreme Court of the United States. He has also been admitted pro hac vice in the state and U.S. District Court for Nevada and the U.S. District Court for Minnesota. Mr. West is a member of the American and Los Angeles County bar associations, State Bar of California, Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles, Consumer Attorneys of California (past legislative district coordinator), and the American Trial Lawyers Association. He earned his B.S. degree from New Hampshire College (now Southern New Hampshire University) and his J.D. degree from Southwestern University School of Law.

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Speaker bio
Matthew T Nagel

Matthew Nagel

Growe Eisen Karlen Eilerts
Matthew Nagel

is an attorney at Growe Eisen Karlen Eilerts. He has extensive civil litigation experience, including personal injury, workers' compensation, real estate, business and intellectual property law, and handling numerous cases to a jury verdict. Mr. Nagel is licensed to practice law in Missouri and Illinois. He earned both his J.D. degree and his LL.M. degree in intellectual property law from Washington University School of Law.

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