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Family Law "How To" Series: Family Law Unlocked
 


Deep Dive into Discovery in Family Law:
Comprehensive Strategies and Techniques 


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Program Overview

Join us for an in-depth exploration of discovery in family law proceedings, designed to equip you with the tools and techniques needed to succeed in obtaining and objecting to discovery without wasting time and money.

This program is designed for family law practitioners seeking to enhance their skills and achieve successful outcomes in the many complex discovery situations that arise in family law proceedings.

Strengthen your practice and deepen your understanding of the family law discovery process with this valuable opportunity.




Presenters

Hon. Anne Kiley – Judge, Los Angeles Superior Court, Family Law Division
Hon. Lawrence P. Riff – Judge, Los Angeles Superior Court



Program Highlights


Creating a Discovery Plan in Family Law Cases
   •  Developing a strategic roadmap to effectively manage and execute discovery


Litigation Hold

   •  Evidence preservation rules


Financial Discovery vs. Fiduciary Duties

   •  Why using the CCP may be crucial despite existing fiduciary responsibilities


Propounding Discovery to be Objection-Proof

   •  Discovery requests that stand up to scrutiny and avoid common pitfalls


Responding to Discovery to Avoid Motions to Compel

   •  Responses that minimize the risk of discovery disputes and motions 


Handling Electronically Stored Information (ESI) Requests


Proper Objections

   •  What objections should be made and how to address them when made 


Deposition Strategies
 
   •  Timing 
   •  Objections 
   •  Waiving the one deposition rule  
   •  Controlling the process 


Privileges
 
   •  Effect of claiming 5th Amendment privilege 
   •  Spousal privileges 
   •  Attorney work product protection 
   •  POD of attorney retainer agreements and fee statements 
   •  Privilege logs 

Privacy
   •  Who should raise privacy concerns?
   •  How to address them 


The Essentials of the Meet and Confer

•  Best practices for engaging in productive discussions
•  Resolving discovery disputes before seeking court intervention


The Stipulated Protective Order

•  Drafting and negotiating protective orders to safeguard sensitive information


Role and Use of Discovery Referees


Drafting and Responding to Discovery Motions to Prevail

•  Avoiding discovery sanctions


Sanctions

•  Consequences for failure to comply with discovery obligations
•  Strategies to avoid or mitigate sanctions


Discovery in DVPA Actions

•  Unique challenges of discovery in domestic violence restraining order cases


Expert Witnesses

•  Designation and report exchange 


Family Law Post-Judgment Discovery 
 




Course Materials
 
The course materials include a copy of the complete set of slides used by the panelists, plus other supplemental materials. Enrollees in the webcast will be able to download course materials before the program and view them online during the program.



6 Hours MCLE/Specialization Credits
Approval of specialization credit in Family Law has been granted by the California Board of Legal Specialization and approval of MCLE credit for this activity has been granted by The State Bar of California in the amount of 6 hours.


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Program Information

 

WEBCAST
View the webcast via CFLRonline.com.
Instructions will be provided to enrollees
about how to access the webcast.
Please register in advance, tuition deadlines apply.

 

CFLRonline.com
November 16, 2024 (Sat.)
Program time: 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM (includes breaks)


If you are unable to attend the webcast,
enrollees will have online access to the full
program for 30 days starting November 16, 2024.


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Tuition


Advance Tuition ........ $595
Last Chance Tuition ........ $695


Tuition Deadline

 

Enrollees are entitled to an early enrollment discount. Your registration(s) will be considered “Last Chance” unless received in our office by the deadline date listed below (no exceptions):

 

Advance Tuition Deadline:
11-8-2024 (deadline extended)

 

REFUNDS
Tuition is 80% refundable up to 10 days before the start of the selected program.

 

 

 

Special Offers For Enrollees

California Practice Guide: Family Law (The Rutter Group)
50% off print title

 

California Practice Guide: Family Law FORMS (The Rutter Group)
50% off print title

 

California Paralegal Manual: Family Law (The Rutter Group)
50% off print title

 

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