Trial Ready: Essential Strategies for Associates Preparing for Their First Case

James M. Susag
James M. Susag | Larkin Hoffman Daly & Lindgren Ltd

James M. Susag is a seasoned trial attorney with a focus on franchise and dealer disputes, real estate, and complex commercial matters. Jim has the unique perspective of a trial lawyer who has also managed complex litigation and developed strategic legal plans as in-house counsel.

On-Demand: May 9, 2025

2 hour CLE

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Program Summary

Throughout this two-hour presentation we will equip junior attorneys with the fundamental skills needed to successfully prepare for trial. This session will cover both procedural and substantive steps, including preparing witnesses, crafting persuasive arguments, and ensuring all necessary trial preparations are completed. Participants will gain insight into drafting and presenting compelling opening and closing statements, as well as handling pretrial motions effectively. Whether you're gearing up for your first courtroom appearance or looking to refine your trial preparation techniques, this program provides practical strategies to build confidence and advocacy skills in litigation.

This course is co-sponsored with myLawCLE.

Key topics to be discussed:

  • Preparing witnesses for trial
  • Preparing arguments for trial
  • Pretrial motions
  • Preparing and presenting opening and closing arguments

Closed-captioning available

Speakers

James M. Susag | Larkin Hoffman Daly & Lindgren Ltd

James M. Susag is a seasoned trial attorney with a focus on franchise and dealer disputes, real estate, and complex commercial matters. He has been the lead attorney in over 100 trials and arbitrations in state and federal courts across the country and in domestic and international arbitration forums. Jim has the unique perspective of a trial lawyer who has also managed complex litigation and developed strategic legal plans as in-house counsel. Clients appreciate his boardroom-to-courtroom experience in crafting resolutions for their business disputes.

Agenda

I. Preparing witnesses for trial | 1:00pm – 1:30pm

II. Preparing arguments for trial | 1:30pm – 2:00pm

Break | 2:00pm – 2:10pm

III. Pretrial motions | 2:10pm – 2:40pm

IV. Preparing and presenting opening and closing arguments | 2:40pm – 3:10pm

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