Chad Baruch
Johnston, Tobey, Baruch PC · Dallas, TX
Schedule
8:30 am
Tips for Powerful Motions and Briefs
Chad Baruch
- Using introductions strategically
- Mastering verb choice, sentence structure, and paragraph transitions
- Bells and whistles like bullet points, the em-dash, and more
9:30 am
The Reply Brief: The Most Vexing of all Briefs to Write
Joseph A. Bugni
- The structure and approach to a well-crafted reply brief, including:
o the way to outline and consider the brief
o the way to ensure it's not a repeat of the opening brief
o the way to ensure it is the last and most persuasive word in the case.
10:40 am
Break
10:55 am
A Brief* Perspective from the Bench: Improving Effectiveness by Minimizing Distractions
Hon. Sara J. Geenen
- Overview of Court of Appeals
- Review of the rules, Rule 809.19
- Avoid distractions in your writing:
o Consider whether the body of your brief, alone, contains enough info to keep the reader 1) interested, 2) reading, and 3) on track
o Exclude irrelevant information that just begs for questions
o Include major facts
o Maintain credibility
11:45 am