Join us for this comprehensive program designed to enhance courtroom skills. Featuring a pre-recorded lecture and demo video, followed by two days of hands-on training, attendees will refine their advocacy techniques under expert guidance, receiving personalized feedback to elevate their courtroom performance.
Attendance is limited to ensure individualized instruction and meaningful practice opportunities, so early registration is encouraged.
Please note: Due to the interactive nature of this program, it is not being recorded for viewing after the program.
The IICLE® Online Subscriber discount does not apply to this program.
Credits: 15.5 General, 0 Diversity/Inclusion PR, 0 MH/SA PR, 0 Other PR
Trial Training for Family Lawyers
A Hybrid Lecture and Practice Series
June 2 & 3, 2025 from 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM
DePaul University College of Law, Leonard M. Ring Courtroom
15-minute breaks each AM and PM and one hour for lunch each day
Pre-requisite: The Trial Training Lecture and Demonstration Video
(3.5 General CLE)
This video introduces the topics and fact patterns and includes demonstrations of each skill set. In order to maximize the learning for the in-person portion of the program, the video is required viewing prior to attending. The program tip sheets and materials are also part of the video presentation.
June 2 & 3, 2025
This intensive two-day skills training program is designed to help you become a more effective courtroom advocate. With limited registration, participants will work in the state-of-the-art Leonard Ring Courtroom doing various mock examinations to practice key trial skills. Participants will then receiving individualized feedback and guidance from the faculty of experienced trial lawyers on technique, substance, style and effectiveness. Participants will present in multiple skill areas and will learn effective techniques for:
- Opening Statements
- Direct and Cross of Lay Witness
- Direct and Cross of Expert
- Admitting and Using Exhibits
- Objections
- Closing Arguments
Day 1 Agenda
(6.0 General CLE)
- Opening Statements
- Direct and Cross of Lay Witness
- Admitting and Using Exhibits
Day 2 Agenda
(6.0 General CLE)
- Direct and Cross of Expert
- Objections
- Closing Arguments
Faculty:
Mario Ventrelli, Ventrelli Simon, LLC, Northfield
Anita Ventrelli, Schiller DuCanto & Fleck, Chicago
Russell D. Knight, Law Office of Russell D. Knight, Chicago
Hon. Randie Bruno, 19th Judicial Circuit Court, Lake County
Hon. Jacquelyn D. Melius, 19th Judicial Circuit Court, Lake County
Bruce Richman, Corporate Valuation Advisors, Inc.
NOTE: To get the most out of the in-person trial training program, you must watch The Trial Training Lecture and Demonstration Video beforehand and come prepared to practice the demonstrated skills. The video, along with the fact pattern and skills sheets, will be available in your IICLE account two weeks before the live program. We’ll send a reminder when they become available.
