Annual Masters' Motions - Articling Program

2.0 Substantive Hours

Professionalism is required in any civil matter, but is on public display to opposing counsel and the court when appearing on motions. This CPD program is a primer aimed at articling students as they begin arguing Masters' Motions and has lessons on professionalism, ethics and practice management throughout the program. Specific examples are cited below:

• Avoiding motions
• Civility in the courtroom
• Costs outlines and submissions
• Times for service issues
• Estimating time for argument, preparing the written materials/documents dos and don'ts
• How to prepare for a court appearance (including knowing the file, the motion, taking responsibility for the materials and preparing the oral argument)

Speakers:

Master Joan Haberman, Superior Court of Justice

Master Andrew J. Graham, Superior Court of Justice

Master Donald Short, Superior Court of Justice

Moderator:

Michael White, TLA Education Committee