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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 a vital part of the petition is an oversight that will cause the Court

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