Recorded 2024-11-21.
Qualifies for .75 CPD hour.

Session 2 of CPD 405: Getting It Done – Resolving Family Proceedings on a Final Basis without Going to Trial.

Topics covered:
• Obtaining a Pre-Trial Conference Date
• Preparing your client for Pre-Trial
• Pre-Trial Briefs
• Preparing to support your client at the Pre-Trial
• Preparing to execute a settlement
• Preparing to Complete the Pre-Trial Conference Report Form
• What happens if you are not prepared?

Kendra Jacobs and David Couture discuss the significance of preparation for pretrial conferences in family law. They outline the pretrial process, necessary document filings, and methods to request pretrial dates. Emphasizing client support, they highlight the importance of reviewing briefs and addressing errors in opposing documents. Proactive communication with local registrars is crucial to avoid delays, and understanding potential outcomes can help manage client expectations effectively.

Presenters: Kendra Jacobs, David Couture

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