This paper sets out eight basic concepts that the College regards as fundamental to the handling of civil trial matters in the United States and Canada, including when and how technology should be utilized in pre-trial, trial and appellate matters.
Publish Date / Last Revised
October 29, 2024
Topic
- Rule of Law
- Trial Advocacy
Resource Type
- Practice Aid
- White Paper
Audience Type
- Fellows
- Judges
- Law Students
- Lawyers
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