Product Description

This isn’t just Miranda v. Arizona and Terry v. Ohio; we know you went to law school. If, however, you practice in District or Superior Court in Massachusetts, these are the cases with which you must be familiar. In every practice, the ability to anticipate and comprehend the important legal issues of the day is grounded in an understanding of foundational cases and an appreciation of trending authority. Join MCLE’s all-star faculty for a summary and analysis of Massachusetts criminal case law that you must be fluent in to practice successfully in the Commonwealth. These cases cover a variety of topics governing your practice—from pretrial matters through sentencing hearings. This roundtable-style program provides direct access to the expert panelists in a highly focused setting.

The seminar is designed to benefit prosecutors and defense attorneys alike, and participants leave with a balanced understanding of those cases that are the foundation of any criminal lawyer’s practice. Learn how these cases shape the law— and how to use them in your practice.

Agenda & Materials

• 2:00pm - 2:05pm

  Welcome and Introduction

  J. Anne Iglehart, Esq., Iglehart & Porges , Boston
  
• 2:05pm - 2:20pm

  Probable Cause/Charging

  J. Anne Iglehart, Esq., Iglehart & Porges , Boston
  Lynn S. Feigenbaum, Esq., Suffolk District Attorney's Office, Commonwealth of Massachusetts , Boston
  Claudia Lagos, Esq., Scully and Lagos , Boston
  Amanda M. Sheehan, Esq., Suffolk District Attorney's Office, Commonwealth of Massachusetts , Boston
  
• 2:20pm - 2:35pm

  Bail Conditions of Release

  Panel
  
• 2:35pm - 3:00pm

  Discovery

  Panel
  
• 3:00pm - 3:15pm

  Motions to Suppress

  Panel
  
• 3:15pm - 3:30pm

  Break
• 3:30pm - 4:00pm

  Motions to Suppress

  Panel
  
• 4:00pm - 4:30pm

  Trial Issues, Including Jury Selection and Evidentiary Issues

  Panel
  
• 4:30pm - 4:45pm

  Probation

  Panel
  
• 4:45pm - 5:00pm

  "Ask the Experts" Q&A Session and Key Takeaways

  Panel
  

Please Note

MCLE webcasts are delivered completely online, underscoring their convenience and appeal. There are no published print materials. All written materials are available electronically only. They are posted 24 hours prior to the program and can be accessed, downloaded, or printed from your computer.

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