The majority of family law cases settle out of court; however, some cases do end up in trial. Therefore, it is important to know how to prepare your clients and cases for instances where they do end up in litigation. Our experts discuss preparing for family law litigation from initial consultation to posttrial, including working with scheduling orders, preparing documents and exhibits, identifying appropriate witnesses, and preparing your client for court.
Watch so you can:
- Issue spot commonalities of family law issues that could result in a trial
- Avoid mistakes attorneys commonly make regarding scheduling orders
- Prepare documents, witness lists, and exhibits effectively for trial
- Understand proper courtroom etiquette for attorneys and clients
- Understand important posttrial work required after conclusion of the case