ODW2330 – Advanced Trial Preparation Skills for Paralegals

Course Materials: Webinar recording and a PDF of the PowerPoint slides.

Description: This presentation will provide paralegals with advanced trial preparation skills, including the roles and responsibilities of paralegals in trial preparation, the steps involved and the importance of staying organized and time management. It will cover topics such as preparing witnesses, jury instructions, and verdict forms. Additionally, the presentation will provide practical tips and strategies for preparing for trial, including the use of technology and other resources. The presentation will cover the importance of communication and collaboration with attorneys, other paralegals, and other parties involved in the case. Participants will leave with a comprehensive understanding of the trial process and the ability to effectively prepare for a trial.

Course Year: 2023

Presenter Biography: Nita Serrano, ACP, FRP, AACP, is a Litigation Paralegal in Tampa, Florida working in General Casualty handling all aspects of cases from case inception through trial preparation and participation. Nita has been a paralegal for most of her adult life. Nita specializes in civil litigation, insurance defense, medical malpractice, personal injury, and general negligence. Nita is also a Florida Notary Public and Florida Remote Online Notary Public. Nita earned her Associate’s Degree in Paralegal Studies from Florida Metropolitan University in 2000, her designation as a PACE Registered Paralegal from the National Federation of Paralegal Associations in March 2007; her designation as an American Alliance Certified Paralegal from the American Alliance of Paralegals, Inc. in September 2019, Florida Registered Paralegal in 2008-2011 and then again in May 2020, NALA – The Paralegal Association Certified Paralegal in October 2020 and NALA Advanced Certified Paralegal in Trial Practice in October 2020. Nita has been a member of the National Federation of Paralegal Associations, Inc. since 2005. She has served as Board Advisor for NFPA; NFPA President; as well as two terms as the Vice President & Director of Paralegal Certification. Nita has been a member of the Tampa Bay Paralegal Association, Inc. since 2006, and has served in various leadership roles including, Director, Second Vice President, President-Elect, President, and Board Advisor. Nita is also a member of the Florida Alliance of Paralegal Associations, Inc. National Association of Legal Assistants since 2020.