Discovery in Divorce: Advanced Strategies for Paralegals
Credits Available
| Credit | Status | Total |
|---|---|---|
| California MCLE Paralegal |
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6 Total |
| Delaware Certified Paralegal Program |
|
6 Total |
| Florida Registered Paralegal |
|
6 Total |
| Indiana Paralegal CLE |
|
6 Total |
| NALA |
|
6 Total |
| Montana CLE Credit for Paralegals |
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6 Total |
| North Carolina Continuing Paralegal Education |
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6 Total |
| New Mexico Paralegal Division, State Bar of |
|
6 Total |
| Ohio Certified Paralegals |
|
6 Total |
| NFPA |
|
6 Total |
| Texas State Bar of Paralegal Division |
|
6 Total |
| Washington Paralegal Association |
|
6 Total |
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Overview
Turn Discovery Obstacles Into Career-Building Opportunities
Divorce discovery can be a labyrinth of documents, deadlines, and time-consuming reviews. But with the right approach, you can enhance your ability to support family lawyers with precision. In this advanced course for paralegals, our expert faculty unleash techniques for tackling discovery issues in divorce cases. Don't get lost in the discovery maze - register today!
- Find out how to use traditional discovery strategically in divorce cases.
- Formulate strategies for addressing complex e-discovery issues.
- Unearth tips for overcoming financial discovery challenges.
- Gain tried-and-true trial preparation techniques.
- Uncover guidance for managing your ethical duties in divorce discovery.
This program was designed in conjunction with NBI's esteemed 2023-2026 Content Advisory Committee Member Erika MacCormac.
Abbreviated Agenda
- Managing Paralegal Ethical Duties in Divorce Discovery
- Strategic Use of Traditional Discovery in Divorce Cases
- Depositions: Advanced Paralegal Strategies
- Sophisticated Trial Preparation Tips and Tricks
- Tackling Complex Electronic Discovery Issues With Finesse
- Business Records and Other Financial Discovery Challenges
Credit Details
Credits Available
| Credit | Status | Total |
|---|---|---|
| California MCLE Paralegal |
|
6 Total |
| Delaware Certified Paralegal Program |
|
6 Total |
| Florida Registered Paralegal |
|
6 Total |
| Indiana Paralegal CLE |
|
6 Total |
| NALA |
|
6 Total |
| Montana CLE Credit for Paralegals |
|
6 Total |
| North Carolina Continuing Paralegal Education |
|
6 Total |
| New Mexico Paralegal Division, State Bar of |
|
6 Total |
| Ohio Certified Paralegals |
|
6 Total |
| NFPA |
|
6 Total |
| Texas State Bar of Paralegal Division |
|
6 Total |
| Washington Paralegal Association |
|
6 Total |
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Paralegal
Agenda
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Managing Paralegal Ethical Duties in Divorce Discovery
- Communication Ethics in Discovery: Represented vs. Unrepresented Parties
- Confidentiality, Preservation, Accuracy, and Truthful Disclosure
- How to Assist Your Lawyer Without Running Afoul of UPL
- Working With Clients Experiencing Mental Illness During Discovery
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Strategic Use of Traditional Discovery in Divorce Cases
- Crafting Written Discovery to Expose Hidden Assets
- Strategic Timing and Sequencing of Discovery
- Maximizing Subpoena Impact in Divorce Cases
- Managing Client Expectations and Deadlines: Pain Points for Paralegals
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Depositions: Advanced Paralegal Strategies
- Structuring Witness Materials and Preparing Exhibits for Maximum Case Leverage
- Coordinating Complex Deposition Logistics
- Preparing the Client for Deposition - Cutting-Edge Techniques
- Enhancing Deposition Effectiveness Through Strategic Support
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Sophisticated Trial Preparation Tips and Tricks
- Preparing the Client for Trial: Insights From the Pros
- Managing and Tracking Compliance With Pre-Trial Orders
- The Mechanics of Making a Trial Binder...
- For the Judge
- For the Attorneys
- For Opposing Counsel
- For the Witnesses
- For the Guardian ad Litem
- Advanced Tactics for Organizing Your Evidence and Exhibits
- Evidence for Remote vs. In-Person Hearings
- Creative Techniques for Preparing Demonstrative Aids
- Optimizing Paralegal Impact During Trial Proceedings
- The Art of Anticipating Objections, Hearsay, and Foundation Issues
- Expert Insights Into Coordinating With Court Reporters (Preparation and Follow-Up)
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Tackling Complex Electronic Discovery Issues With Finesse
- Savvy Techniques for Requesting Evidence From Computers, Phones, and Tablets
- Advanced Methods for Recovering Deleted Data and Finding Hidden Evidence
- Efficient Metadata Review and Synthesis for Paralegals
- Forensic Analysis: Red Flags and When to Consult an Expert
- Subpoenas for Out-of-State Companies: How to Domesticate
- Drafting Preservation Motions and Motions for Spoliation
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Business Records and Other Financial Discovery Challenges
Who Should Attend
This advanced level course will equip attendees with tactics for navigating the divorce discovery process with confidence. Those who should attend include:
- Paralegals
- Legal Technicians
- Legal Assistants
- Legal Support Staff
Speakers
Speaker bio
Jeffrey Manganaro
is an attorney within the Concord, New Hampshire office of Shaheen & Gordon, P.A. He has spent more than nine years working with clients facing family issues, including divorce, the establishment of parentage, collecting and enforcing child support and alimony, crafting parenting plans, equitably dividing marital property, appointing guardians, modifying or enforcing family court orders, and negotiating or mediating resolutions outside of the courtroom. Mr. Manganaro is admitted to practice in both Massachusetts and New Hampshire. He earned his B.A. degree from Bowdoin College and his J.D. degree, cum laude, from New England School of Law.
Speaker bio
Elizabeth Juelich
is a partner at Krueger, Juelich & Schmisek, PLLC in Minnetonka, Minnesota, and focuses her practice on family law and estate planning. Her family law practice includes divorce, custody matters, complex property division, support, related tax matters and domestic abuse, and she frequently speaks about these matters both nationally and locally. Many of Ms. Juelich's clients or their spouses are executives, physicians, and business owners, and her cases routinely involve executive compensation and complicated financials. Many of her cases are considered high conflict, and involve domestic abuse and parties who have mental health and personality disorders. Ms. Juelich was nominated by her peers, vetted by the research team at Thomson Reuters, and selected to appear on the Minnesota Super Lawyer's Rising Star list each year from 2012 through 2018, a designation received by no more than 2.5% of the attorneys in the state who are 40 or younger, or have been in practice for ten years or less. She has been named a Super Lawyer each year since 2019, which is a designation given to 5% percent of all attorneys in the state who are over 40, or have practiced law for more than ten years. Ms. Juelich graduated cum laude from William Mitchell College of Law, and graduated cum laude from Hamline University, where she earned her B.A. degree in management and political science.
Speaker bio
Janet Porro
is an attorney at Porro Law Group LLC. Her main areas of practice are family law, alternative dispute resolution, and non-profit organizations. Ms. Porro is an adjunct professor in the paralegal studies program at Fairleigh Dickinson University. She received her B.A. degree from Rutgers University and her J.D. degree, summa cum laude, from Rutgers law School.
Speaker bio
Elysia Prendergast-Jones
is managing attorney with Legal Aid of North Carolina. She is a board-certified specialist in family law. Ms. Prendergast-Jones supervises other in-house attorneys on family and domestic violence matters, advising on legal precedents, legal instruments, and the correct application of laws and statutes in district, superior and appellate courts. She also speaks at numerous CLE seminars and trainings. Ms. Prendergast-Jones earned her B.A. degree from Coker College, her M.A. and M.B.A. degrees from Webster University, and her J.D. degree from North Carolina Central University School of Law.
Speaker bio
Louis Guzzo
is a sole practitioner in the Law Office of Louis G. Guzzo, where he concentrates his practice in all issues relating to family law, including divorce, custody, child support, adoption, and domestic violence matters. He serves as an early settlement panelist for Burlington and Camden counties; and is a member of the Camden County (member, Family Law Committee); New Jersey State and American bar associations. Mr. Guzzo is also a former member of the Thomas S. Forkin Inns of Court. He earned his B.S. degree from John Jay College of Criminal Justice and his J.D. degree from Rutgers University School of Law.
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