Legal Staff Schedule
| Saturday, Aug 30, 2025 |
Saturday, Aug 30, 2025
12:15 PM - 1:15 PM PDT
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Keynote Address
Please join us for a special Keynote Session as Nancy Bullock (Director of Civil Operations) and Lucille Cortez (Senior Administrator Central Civil) of the Los Angeles Superior Court take us into the world that operates behind the scenes and beyond our e-filings and give us tips and pointers on best practices and considerations relating to filings, motions, and trials. This session will cover recent and upcoming changes to the Los Angeles Superior Court, the future of the courthouse and more! Speaker(s): Nancy Bullock Lucille Cortez, Los Angeles Superior CourtLocation: |
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2025083012:1513:15 000 | SAT, AUG 30 |
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| Friday, Aug 29, 2025 |
Friday, Aug 29, 2025
2:00 PM - 2:45 PM PDT
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Revealing the Unseen: Thoughts on Sex Abuse
Sexual abuse litigation involves emotionally charged and legally complex cases that require a delicate balance of legal precision and strategic advocacy. Topics include civil claims and statutes of limitation, institutional liability, meeting evidentiary challenges with creative discovery approaches, working with expert witnesses, and trauma-informed advocacy. This session will also address ethical considerations and best practices for representing survivors.
Speaker(s): Tricia Yue, Boucher LLP Jamie Goldstein, Arias Sanguinetti Assal Badrkhani, Arias SanguinettiLocation: |
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2025082914:0014:45 000 | FRI, AUG 29 |
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| Friday, Aug 29, 2025 |
Friday, Aug 29, 2025
2:45 PM - 3:30 PM PDT
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Rideshare Litigation: Navigating Liability in the Gig Economy
As rideshare services like Uber and Lyft reshape the transportation landscape we are faced with evolving challenges in determining liability, insurance coverage, and regulatory compliance. This session explores the intricacies of rideshare litigation from classification of drivers (employee vs. independent contractor), common causes of action, recent case law trends, insurance policy layers, and best practices for discovery and settlement.
Speaker(s): Tricia Yue, Boucher LLP Zoe Ash, Loyola Law School Alonso Palencia, BD&J, PC Alaa Yasin, Sweet James, LLPLocation: |
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2025082914:4515:30 000 | FRI, AUG 29 |
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| Friday, Aug 29, 2025 |
Friday, Aug 29, 2025
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM PDT
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Motions 101
This session will teach you about the various types of motions you are apt to find when handling cases. Learn the various procedures and associated deadlines when preparing and opposing various types of motions. There will be an emphasis on Motions for Summary Judgment/Motions for Summary Adjudication of Issues. What are they, how are they different from other motions? What can you do to help prepare the opposition? Join us as we answer these and other questions regarding Motions for Summary Judgment/Summary Adjudication of Issues. A discussion of the NEW rules governing notice, opposition and reply as well as practical tips to keep organized.
Speaker(s): Rose Gutierrez, Litigation Manager, Michels & Lew Kevin Khonsari, Wilshire Law Firm Talar Guedikian, Altair LawLocation: |
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2025082915:3017:00 000 | FRI, AUG 29 |
26D3B895-8E3D-F011-8104-ED7CCB3A2628 |
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| Saturday, Aug 30, 2025 |
Saturday, Aug 30, 2025
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM PDT
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The Legal Marathon: Case Management from Start to Finish
Before the first pleading is filed, a successful case strategy starts with thorough evaluation. This session walks attendees through a real-world case study to explore the essential steps attorneys & staff should take before initiating a lawsuit. From fact investigation and legal analysis to client counseling, and potential pre-lawsuit resolution efforts, participants will gain practical insights into risk assessment and strategic planning. Learn how to spot red flags, and position your case for success from the very beginning for the potential handoff to litigation.
Speaker(s): Stephanie Luna, Simon Law Group Ivan Monserrat, Head Paralegal, The Simon Law GroupLocation: |
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2025083009:0010:30 000 | SAT, AUG 30 |
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| Saturday, Aug 30, 2025 |
Saturday, Aug 30, 2025
10:45 AM - 12:00 PM PDT
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The Juggle is Real: Trial Considerations Part One
Preparing for trial can be intense and demanding, but having a clear plan of action can significantly reduce stress for both you and your attorney. This session will begin with the essential steps and timelines that guide effective trial preparation. Learn practical tips for researching Local Rules, understanding your judge’s department-specific requirements (such as whether joint documents are required or if deadlines follow the Code of Civil Procedure), and tracking common pretrial deadlines to stay on schedule.
Speaker(s): Ilona Geelen, Sweet James, LLP Simon Liang, Wilshire Law Firm, PLCLocation: |
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2025083010:4512:00 000 | SAT, AUG 30 |
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| Saturday, Aug 30, 2025 |
Saturday, Aug 30, 2025
1:30 PM - 2:30 PM PDT
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The Juggle Continues: Trial Considerations Part Two - Mastering the Art of Jury Instructions
This session takes a deep dive into the critical role of drafting and organizing key trial documents—including Trial Briefs, Witness and Exhibit Lists, Motions in Limine, Statements of the Case, Notices of Intent to Introduce Deposition Testimony at Trial, and Verdict Form(s) —as well as assembling digital and hardcopy trial binders; and, ensuring proper filing, delivery to the court and service on parties. Learn what is needed for Long Cause designated cases. Join us as we explore the purpose behind jury instructions, how to select the appropriate pattern or customize instructions. Speaker(s): Cesar Garcia, Trial Paralegal, Chang | Klein LLP Nycolle Harding, Goody Law Group Nathaniel Campos, Jalilvand Law CorporationLocation: |
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2025083013:3014:30 000 | SAT, AUG 30 |
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| Saturday, Aug 30, 2025 |
Saturday, Aug 30, 2025
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM PDT
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After the Finish Line: Post-Trial Motions
The trial may be over, but the legal battle often continues. This session will provide a comprehensive overview of post-trial motions, including motions for judgment notwithstanding the verdict (JNOV), motions for a new trial, and motions to alter or amend the judgment. Learn when and how to file these critical motions, the standards courts apply in evaluating them, and strategic considerations for preserving appellate issues. Whether you’re seeking to overturn a verdict or protect a hard-won victory, this session equips practitioners with the tools and insights needed to advocate effectively after the jury is dismissed.
Speaker(s): Shann Martin, Taylor and Ring Kevin Nguyen, Esner, Chang & BoyerLocation: |
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2025083014:3015:30 000 | SAT, AUG 30 |
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