A Rare Opportunity to Learn from Maryland's Most Distinguished Appellate Experts

Join us for an intensive, comprehensive Maryland Appellate Practice Skills Training led by an impressive gathering of Maryland's distinguished appellate jurists and practitioners. This exceptional program brings together the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of Maryland and leading appellate experts for an in-depth exploration of appellate advocacy.

AGENDA:

10:00 a.m. - 10:15 a.m. Introduction: Program and Panelists

10:15 a.m. - 10:45 a.m. Inner Workings of Appellate Courts

• Docketing
• Motions
• Assignment for Argument

10:45 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Recent Developments

• Name Change
• Citing Unreported Opinions
• Rule 8-202 Not Jurisdictional
• Other Developments

11:00 a..m - 11:15 a.m. Break

11:15 a.m. - 11:45 p.m. Appellate State of Mind

• Differences Between Trial & Appellate Advocacy

11:45 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. Issue Selection

• Issues Preserved for Review
• Standards of Review
• Harmless Error

12:15 p.m. - 12:45 p.m. Lunch 

12:45 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. Writing the Brief

• Best practices 
• What makes a brief a good brief 

1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. Recurring and Emerging Issues

• Statutory Construction
• Daubert Appeals
• Summary Judgment
• Maryland Constitution: In Pari Materia?
• Final Judgment Rule

2:30 p.m. - 2:45 p.m Break

2:45 p.m. - 3:15 p.m. Certiorari Petitions

• Writing a petition
• Elements of the petition 

3:15 p.m. - 3:45 p.m. Oral Argument

• Tips for oral arguments in front of an Appellate Court 

3:45 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Question & Answer & Adjourn

Meet the Faculty:

• Chief Justice Matthew Fader
• Justice Angela Eaves
• Judge Kevin Arthur
• Judge Dan Friedman
• Judge Andre Davis
• Judge Laura Ripken
• Greg Hilton, Clerk of the Supreme Court of Maryland
• Steve Klepper, Author of  "Appellate Practice for the Maryland Lawyer: State and Federal, Sixth Edition"
• Andy Levy, Author of  "Appellate Practice for the Maryland Lawyer: State and Federal, Sixth Edition"

Why This Training Is Essential

Whether you're a seasoned appellate attorney or new to appellate practice, this program offers invaluable insights into:

• Strategic issue selection and preservation
• Advanced brief writing techniques
• Effective oral argument strategies
• Critical updates on Daubert appeals
• Expert navigation of harmless error concepts
• Mastery of preliminary motions
• Exclusive insights into appellate court operations

Unable to attend in-person? Self-Guided learning is available.
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*Please note, this program will be available 2 weeks after the live event concludes.

Receive the comprehensive "Appellate Practice for the Maryland Lawyer: State and Federal, Sixth Edition" at a special 10% discount with registration. This authoritative publication and program coursebook serves as:

• Your essential desk reference for Maryland appellate practice
• A detailed guide covering state and federal appellate procedures
• A trusted resource used by Maryland's leading appellate practitioners
• An invaluable companion to the training program's practical insights

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Don't miss this unique opportunity to learn directly from Maryland's appellate leadership and enhance your appellate advocacy skills. This comprehensive training will equip you with practical strategies and insider knowledge essential for successful appellate practice.

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MEMBER PRICE $160*| NON-MEMBER PRICE $185*

*Price reflects the deduction for parking fee