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Corresponding with Federal Courts: Paralegal Do's and Don'ts

  • 04/06/2023
  • 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Webcast

Register: https://ipe.nbi-sems.com/ProductDetails/Corresponding-With-Federal-Courts-Paralegal-Do-s-and-Don-ts/Video-Webinar/96681ER_3917223?st=WA

Program Description

Practical Guidance for Communicating With Judges and Their Staff

Every communication with the court is an opportunity to build credibility - unfortunately, this also means that every misstep has the ability to damage that credibility as well. This practical guide will reveal do's and don'ts for communicating with judges and law clerks to get quicker and better responses (and stay on their good side). Enhance your communication skills - register today!

  • Learn how to navigate the case management and electronic court filing system for federal courts.
  • Save time and effort by knowing who to contact and for what.
  • Get practical and cautionary advice for communicating with law clerks and federal court judges.
  • Receive tailored tips for handling specific requests and filings.

Who Should Attend

This intermediate level course is designed to give attendees the knowledge they need to effectively communicate with federal courts. Those who should attend include:

  • Paralegals
  • Legal Technicians
  • Legal Assistants
  • Legal Support Staff

Course Content

  1. Case Management/Electronic Case Files (CM/ECF)
  2. Who to Contact and for What
  3. Communicating Effectively - The Best Advice for Letters, Emails, and Calls
  4. Law Clerk Communications Tips
  5. Correspondence With Federal Court Judges: Dos and Don'ts
  6. Making Specific Requests
  7. Avoiding Common Mistakes With Transmittal Letters, Motions, Briefs, Exhibits, and More
  8. Unauthorized Practice of Law Dangers to Avoid

Washington State Paralegal Association
1402 Lake Tapps Parkway SE
Ste. F104/PMB133
Auburn, WA. 98092

206.653.7259

info@wspaonline.org

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