Divine Discoveries: Building A Great Case (YLD)

  • March 07, 2014

PURCHASE

Publication | Archived Video

DESCRIPTION

A good discovery will help you prepare your client for trial and understand your opponent's case. A great discovery will force your opponent into settlement submission, and at the very least, set you up for a less stressful and better organized trial. Get practical tips from the pros on how to be great (if not divine) at this half-day program on key elements such as preparation, e-discovery, credibility, and undertakings.  Whether you are a first-timer preparing for your first discovery, or a seasoned veteran looking to spruce up your technique, this publication is a must.

PROGRAM CHAIRS

Adrian Lomaga, Adrian Lomaga Personal Injury Law P.C.
Paul Lomic, Gowling Lafleur Henderson LLP

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Examining Discovery: An Overview of the Discovery Process and the Law
Heather C. Devine, Partner, Gowling Lafleur Henderson LLP
Eric Rockefeller, Associate, Gowling Lafleur Henderson LLP
(Special thanks to Robert Galloway, Student-at-Law)

Preparing Yourself and Your Client for Discovery: A Plaintiff's Perspective
D. Joel Dick, Howie Sacks & Henry LLP

Affidavits of Documents and Privilege
Bonnie Huen, Isaacs & Co.

e-Discovery: The Fundamentals
Dera Nevin, e-Discovery Lawyer and Consultant

There and Back Again: The Scope of Discovery of Experts' Findings, Opinions, and Conclusions in Rule 31.06(3)
Deborah Templer and Sameer Nurmohamed, Gowling Lafleur Henderson LLP

Under the Lens: Your Client is Being Watched!
Kristian Bonn, Bonn Law Office

Professionalism And Ethical Traps When Dealing With Difficult Situations
Sarit Batner and Adam Ship, McCarthy Tétrault LLP