New Lawyer Practice Series - Criminal Law 2010
Program originally held on June 5, 2010
Chair(s):
Kimberley Crosbie
Ministry of the Attorney General
David M. Humphrey
Greenspan Humphrey Lavine
Obtain a hands-on primer on the essentials of a criminal law file with this valuable publication. The materials guide you through a fact scenario that addresses the stages of a criminal file: from the initial meeting with the client, to obtaining disclosure, to succeeding at trial. Whether you are a new lawyer starting out or you are changing your area of practice, this publication integrates substantive information and practical tips and advice from experienced mentors to help you successfully manage the challenges of practising criminal law.
Program Content
You will learn about:
- The initial meeting and instructions
- Obtaining disclosure / preliminary hearings
- Pre-trial conferences / trial readiness
- Sentencing issues: on pleas and after trial
- Trial tricks and tips
- Civility issues
Speakers
Patrice F. Band, Barrister & Solicitor
Paul Burstein, C.S., Burstein, Unger
Paul Calarco, Barrister & Solicitor
Emile Carrington, Assistant Crown Attorney, Ministry of the Attorey General
Kimberley Crosbie, Ministry of the Attorney General
Breese Davies, Di Luca Copeland Davies LLP
Karen Erlick, Assistant Crown Attorney, Ministry of the Attorney General
David M. Humphrey, Greenspan Humphrey Lavine
Nadia Liva, Barrister & Solicitor
Jill Witkin, Deputy Crown Attorney, Ministry of the Attorney General




