6 Tips for Success at Trial
Trial Paralegal Toolbox
Strategies to effectively prepare for trial to avoid headaches and pitfalls.
It is imperative that everything is in order and ready to go when a case goes to trial. Paralegals are the key to ensuring all of the pieces fall into place, and any error can have negative consequences to the outcome of the case. This essential course will walk through some of the top mistakes made during trial preparation with guidance for working through these errors as well as helpful ways to avoid them. Prevent costly mistakes in trial preparation and ensure success for your team today!
Your Instructor
Kelli Radnothy is a freelance litigation paralegal and resource consultant with nearly 20 years in the legal industry. She currently serves as a course designer and adjunct instructor for the Univ. of WA Continuum College’s Paralegal Program. Kelli also serves as a resource consultant for a non-profit organization empowering survivors of trafficking, sexual assault, and domestic violence. Her portfolio focuses on advancing and supporting the paralegal profession and includes extensive experience in complex litigation, trials, legal technology, eDiscovery, and pro bono humanitarian relief projects.
Kelli holds a B.S. in Criminal Justice from Northern AZ Univ., a Paralegal Certificate from Miramar College, and an eDiscovery & Litigation Technology Certificate from UCSD Extension. She is passionate about creating alliances to connect community and system-based advocates to enable access to vital resources. Kelli thrives in coaching, mentoring, and developing the future paralegal workforce. Focusing on continuing education, maximizing fundamental and adaptable skillsets, stress management, networking, self-advocacy, opportunity enhancement, and career path navigation.
Course Curriculum
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StartIntroduction
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StartTip 1: Have ALL Necessary Documents Ready
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StartTip 2: Assemble a Comprehensive Trial Notebook
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StartTip 3: Understand Court Rules
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StartTip 4: Research Judicial Officer/Panel Assigned
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StartTip 5: Practice Advanced Organizational Skills
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StartTip 6: Take Comprehensive Notes