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As an appellate attorney, I see my fair share of depositions, especially when appealing from a grant of summary judgment. This month, I want to share with you three tips to help you optimize the

Although often relegated until the end of the trial, crafting a verdict form is among the most important aspects of a trial. This month we include an overview of California’s three verdict formats, when to

If writs confuse you, you are not alone. If you missed last month’s newsletter, Writs: Part 1, click here for a copy and review: What exactly is a writ, when does the Court of Appeal

Checklists have become standard for pilots, doctors, surgeons, and other specialists, where an accidental oversight might have serious results. Not including vital part of the petition is an oversight that will cause the Court of

If writs confuse you, you are not alone. This month reviews basics: What exactly is a writ and when does the Court of Appeal generally issue writ relief? A “writ” is an order issued by