Conducting Jury Trials in COVID-19 Era
The Dallas Bar Association's Intellectual Property Law Section hosted a Continuing Legal Education (CLE) event titled "Conducting Jury Trials in COVID-19 Era" on Friday, November 13, 2020, from 12:00 to 1:00 PM. This session featured Chief Judge Barbara M. G. Lynn of the Northern District of Texas and Chief Judge Rodney Gilstrap of the Eastern District of Texas, with moderation by Matt Acosta of Platt Cheema Richmond PLLC.
The discussion focused on the judges' decisions to conduct in-person jury trials during the COVID-19 pandemic, the unique challenges encountered in preparing for and administering these trials, strategies employed to overcome these challenges, and the reception from all parties involved.
This event was particularly beneficial for legal professionals seeking insights into the practicalities of conducting jury trials amidst pandemic-related constraints. Attendees had the opportunity to learn directly from the experiences of esteemed judges who navigated these unprecedented circumstances.
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Speakers(3)
Chief Judge Barbara M. G. Lynn
Chief Judge at Northern District of Texas
Chief Judge Barbara M. G. Lynn has administered and conducted live jury trials during the COVID-19 pandemic, addressing unique challenges and sharing insights on conducting in-person trials during this period.
Chief Judge Rodney Gilstrap
Chief Judge at Eastern District of Texas
Chief Judge Rodney Gilstrap has overseen live jury trials during the COVID-19 pandemic, discussing the reasoning behind conducting in-person trials and the challenges faced during this time.
Matt Acosta
Partner at Platt Cheema Richmond PLLC
Matt Acosta is a partner at Platt Cheema Richmond PLLC and served as the moderator for the 'Conducting Jury Trials in COVID-19 Era' event, facilitating discussions on the challenges and solutions in conducting in-person trials during the pandemic.
Event Details
- Date
- November 13, 2020
- Location
- 🇺🇸 Dallas, United States
- Pricing
- Free
- Audience
- Legal professionals, including attorneys, judges, and law students interested in the practical aspects of conducting jury trials during the COVID-19 pandemic.
- CLE Credits
- 1.0 CLE hour