Trial Practice

Course Category: Self-Study Courses

Course Level: Advanced

CLE Credit: Substantive

CLE Hours: 20.0

Fees: $250 for Members and $300 for Non-members

• Identify and explain the skills and knowledge required for effective case document management in a law office setting, including online case management and the understanding of relevant legal procedures.
• Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of the Federal Rules of Evidence and the Federal Rules of Appellate Procedure, applying these rules effectively in trial preparation and the management of case documents.
• Identify and demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively utilize electronic presentations and visual aids in legal settings, enhancing your ability to communicate complex information clearly and persuasively to juries.
• Demonstrate trial preparation management skills, including scheduling orders, calendaring, filing pre-trial motions, and managing the jury selection process, ensuring a streamlined approach to legal proceedings.
• Understand the purpose and importance of a trial notebook in litigation and learn how to systematically create and maintain one throughout all stages of a case to enhance trial preparedness and presentation.
• Develop an understanding of the essential responsibilities and duties of a paralegal during trial proceedings, including effective communication, exhibit tracking, and navigating courtroom dynamics.
• Articulate the processes and legal implications surrounding verdicts and judgments in jury and bench trials, including the roles of the judge, jury, and paralegal in the post-verdict phase.
• Understand the complexities and nuances of the appellate process across federal, state, and U.S. Supreme Court systems, including procedural standards and strategic considerations.
• Understand the fundamental principles of legal writing, including the processes of proofreading, editing, formatting, and proper citation techniques.
• Understand and analyze emerging trends in law, legal business, and technology that may impact the role of paralegals in the coming years.

Earning the Trial Practice Advanced Certified Paralegal Credential:

• A passing score is 85%.
• Three attempts for a passing score are available with this course. (If you do not pass the exam on the three attempts, you must repurchase the course and start over.)
• The Comprehensive Exam holds full weight of your passing/failing scores.
• Course Review Task
• Once the course review task has been completed, an alert is sent to NALA.
• Upon satisfactory review of your exam results, NALA marks the course 100% complete and begins the process of issuing the certificate and credential* if you are eligible.

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