Episode 57 – Identifying and Using Expert Witnesses Pt. 1

This week Mike talks with Attorney Erika Amarante from Wiggin and Dana LLP about identifying and using expert witnesses. Erika explains what experts are used for in preparation for trial and at trial, as well as qualities of a good expert and identifies when experts are good to have and when they are required. Lastly, Mike and Erika discuss how to find an expert, reusing experts and when to bring an expert onto your case.

CT General Statutes 52-190a

CT General Statutes 52-184c

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Episode 55 - Housing Court During the Pandemic and Executive Order 12D Pt. 1

State of Connecticut Department of Housing

Executive Order 12D

Executive Order 14

Episode 55 - Housing Court During the Pandemic and Executive Order 12D

This week on Calendar Call we have the first of a two-part series in which Mike discusses changes in the housing court process and the effects of Executive Order 12D with Presiding Judge of Housing in Fairfield and Stamford, Walter Spader and Deputy Director II of Superior Court Operations, Nancy McGann.

Calendar Call Episode 7 - Housing and Small Claims

Connecticut State Department of Housing

Executive Order 12D

Executive Order 14

Episode 54 - Conducting a Residential Real Estate Closing in CT Pt. 2

This week on Calendar Call, Mike is discussing the ins and outs of residential real estate closings with Attorney Richard Florentine. We finish this series discussing the responsibilities of the attorney for the seller, short sales and getting to closing.

Episode 53 - Conducting a Residential Real Estate Closing in CT Pt. 1

This week on Calendar Call, Mike is discussing the ins and outs of residential real estate closings with Attorney Richard Florentine. The first part of this discussion focuses on the responsibilities of an attorney for the purchaser of residential real estate. Next episode will cover the responsibilities of the attorney for the seller.

Episode 52 – Rule 1.15 Liens and Other Interests in Personal Injury Cases Pt. 2

This week, Mike is finishing his discussion with Lincoln Woodard, principal in the firm Walsh Woodard LLC, about Rule 1.15 liens and other interests in personal injury cases. They cover Rule 1.15 and the commentary before covering 5 examples that you may come across in your personal injury practice.

Connecticut Practice Book Rule 1.15

Episode 51 – Rule 1.15 Liens and Other Interests in Personal Injury Cases

This week, Mike is talking with Lincoln Woodard, principal in the firm Walsh Woodard LLC, about Rule 1.15 liens and other interests in personal injury cases. They cover Rule 1.15 and the commentary before covering 5 examples that you may come across in your personal injury practice. This is the first part of a two-part series.

Connecticut Practice Book Rule 1.15

Episode 50 – Having Difficult Conversations with Clients and Others

This episode is the last in a series between Mike and Doug Brown, an attorney and executive coach. Mike and Doug talk finally about having difficult conversations with clients, staff and others. Doug shares tools for attorneys to have those hard conversations, even if you are someone who avoids conflict.

Lawyers Concerned for Lawyers

Tame Your To-Do List and Take Control & Say No Without Being Negative

Episode 49 – How To Avoid Common Mistakes Made By Appellate Attorneys Pt. 2

This week, Mike finishes up his conversation with Attorney Carl Cicchetti, chief clerk of the appellate system about common mistakes made by appellate attorneys. This is the second part of a two-part series and this week they discuss transcripts, new readability requirements for appellate briefs, procrastination, being prepared and knowing the panel who will be hearing your case.

Amendment to the Rules of Appellate Procedure

Episode 48 – Beating Burnout

This week Mike meets back up with Doug Brown, an attorney and executive coach. Mike and Doug talk about attorney burnout: what is it, strategies for avoiding burnout and resources if you are feeling burned out.

Lawyers Concerned for Lawyers