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2024 Robert O. Dawson eConference on Criminal Appeals
Contains material from Jul 2024
2024 Robert O. Dawson eConference on Criminal Appeals
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Well, it's a mixed bag. I did like the way that the two judicial panels were conducted and the judges actually were talking about practical tips and some of the internal processes of the court. Interesting. However, some of the new speakers were disappointing (specifically on the topics of statutory construction and "appellate tips" from an old practitioner). Seek out substitutes for next year.
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UT Law CLE's 2024 Robert O. Dawson Conference on Criminal Appeals features members of the Court of Criminal Appeals and judges from the intermediate courts around Texas joining prosecutors and defense attorneys for balanced discussions and insights into current issues facing the criminal justice system, including:
- A review of significant decisions from both the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals and the U.S. Supreme Court from the past year.
- The Intersection of Science and the Law highlights the increasing importance of forensic science in the criminal justice system.
- Participate in an interactive conversation with representatives from all sides of 11.07 writ litigation in Writ Panel.
- Hear practical advice from judges during two judicial panels; the Court of Appeals Judicial Panel and the Court of Criminal Appeals Judicial Panel.
- Explore legal writing, statutory interpretation, writing findings of fact, and more.
Includes: Video Audio Paper Slides
- Total Credit Hours:
- 11.50 | 2.25 ethics
- Credit Info
- TX, CA, PA
- Specialization: Criminal Law | Criminal Appellate Law | Juvenile Law
- TX MCLE credit expires: 6/30/2025
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1.
U.S. Supreme Court and Texas Court of Criminal Appeals Update (Jul 2024)
Emily Johnson-Liu, Britt Houston Lindsey
1.50
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1.50
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Session 1
—95 mins
1.50
U.S. Supreme Court and Texas Court of Criminal Appeals Update (Jul 2024)
Get current on the two high courts’ latest cases in a presentation curated for the appellate practitioner. Get caught up with the cases from the end of last year’s term and preview what remains in the pipeline for this one.
Originally presented: May 2024 Conference on Criminal Appeals
Emily Johnson-Liu,
Office of the State Prosecuting Attorney - Austin, TX
Britt Houston Lindsey,
Taylor County District Attorney's Office - Abilene, TX
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Drafting Effective PDRs and Motions for Rehearing (Jul 2024)
Carmen Roe
0.75
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0.75
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Session 2
—43 mins
0.75
Drafting Effective PDRs and Motions for Rehearing (Jul 2024)
Discuss effectively phrasing issues in PDRs, knowing when to fight and when to fold and getting PDRs granted.
Originally presented: May 2024 Conference on Criminal Appeals
Carmen Roe,
Carmen Roe Law Firm, PLLC - Houston, TX
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Approaches to Statutory Interpretation (Jul 2024)
Hon. Melissa Young Goodwin
0.75
0.00
0.00
0.75
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Session 3
—45 mins
0.75
Approaches to Statutory Interpretation (Jul 2024)
Hear discussion of reading and analyzing statutes, dissecting issues in brief writing, and providing practical tips on briefing and arguing statutory construction issues before appellate courts.
Originally presented: May 2024 Conference on Criminal Appeals
Hon. Melissa Young Goodwin,
Third Court of Appeals - Austin, TX
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The Intersection of Science and the Law (Jul 2024)
Hon. Barbara P. Hervey, Carson R. Guy
0.75
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0.75
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Session 4
—45 mins
0.75
The Intersection of Science and the Law (Jul 2024)
Highlight the increasing importance of forensic science in the criminal justice system and some of the challenges facing lawyers and scientists.
Originally presented: May 2024 Conference on Criminal Appeals
Hon. Barbara P. Hervey,
Texas Court of Criminal Appeals - Austin, TX
Carson R. Guy,
Texas Court of Criminal Appeals - Austin, TX
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Beyond the Font Wars: Word Processing Tips for Formatting Appellate Briefs (Jul 2024)
Douglas R. Gladden
0.50
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0.50
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Session 5
—30 mins
0.50
Beyond the Font Wars: Word Processing Tips for Formatting Appellate Briefs (Jul 2024)
Don't let bad formatting get in the way of a good argument. Learn intermediate and advanced techniques to make your briefs readable and user friendly.
Originally presented: May 2024 Conference on Criminal Appeals
Douglas R. Gladden,
Rosenthal Kalabus & Therrian - McKinney, TX
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Writs (Jul 2024)
Michael Staats Falkenberg
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Session 6
—30 mins
0.50
Writs (Jul 2024)
Discuss the law of 11.07 habeas corpus with tips for writ practice at the Court of Criminal Appeals.
Originally presented: May 2024 Conference on Criminal Appeals
Michael Staats Falkenberg,
Harris County Public Defender’s Office - Houston, TX
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Writ Panel: An Interactive Walkthrough the Process (Jul 2024)
Michael Staats Falkenberg, Kelly Gatewood, Hon. Stacey Mathews, Nancy Louise Nicolas
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1.00
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Session 7
—60 mins
1.00
Writ Panel: An Interactive Walkthrough the Process (Jul 2024)
An interactive conversation with representatives from all sides of 11.07 writ litigation discussing the roles they play in the investigation, presentation, and decision in a post-conviction writ.
Originally presented: May 2024 Conference on Criminal Appeals
Michael Staats Falkenberg,
Harris County Public Defender’s Office - Houston, TX
Kelly Gatewood,
Texas Court of Criminal Appeals - Austin, TX
Hon. Stacey Mathews,
277th District Court - Georgetown, TX
Nancy Louise Nicolas,
Travis County District Attorney's Office - Austin, TX
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The Science of Readable Legal Writing (Jul 2024)
Wayne Schiess
1.00
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1.00
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Session 8
—59 mins
1.00
The Science of Readable Legal Writing (Jul 2024)
There is a growing body of empirical research that validates many of the best writing and legal-writing tips the experts have been pushing for years. This presentation highlights the tips, explains the research, and suggests how to implement the tips in your own writing.
Originally presented: May 2024 Conference on Criminal Appeals
Wayne Schiess,
The University of Texas School of Law - Austin, TX
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Drafting Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law (Jul 2024)
Catherine G. Burnett
0.50
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0.50
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Session 9
—30 mins
0.50
Drafting Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law (Jul 2024)
Practical tips for post-conviction litigators: drafting proposed Findings of Fact; increasing the likelihood they will be adopted; and framing the issues for favorable review.
Originally presented: May 2024 Conference on Criminal Appeals
Catherine G. Burnett,
South Texas College of Law Houston - Houston, TX
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10.
Brady/Watkins/Morton Act (Jul 2024)
Carson R. Guy
0.75
0.75
0.00
0.75 | 0.75 ethics
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Session 10
—43 mins
0.75 | 0.75 ethics
Brady/Watkins/Morton Act (Jul 2024)
The obligation to disclose evidence comes from multiple sources, including constitutional, statutory, and ethical. This presentation discusses each source and recent, significant cases in the area.
Originally presented: May 2024 Conference on Criminal Appeals
Carson R. Guy,
Texas Court of Criminal Appeals - Austin, TX
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Court of Appeals Judicial Panel (Jul 2024)
Jay Brandon, Hon. Rosa Lopez Theofanis, Hon. Beth Watkins
1.00
0.25
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1.00 | 0.25 ethics
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Session 11
—59 mins
1.00 | 0.25 ethics
Court of Appeals Judicial Panel (Jul 2024)
Court of Appeals justices discuss what goes into their decision-making, how to make them more receptive to your briefs (or not), and other factors to improve your appellate practice. Audience members will have the chance to ask questions. Please submit your questions in advance to ConferenceQA@utcle.org.
Originally presented: May 2024 Conference on Criminal Appeals
Jay Brandon,
Bexar County District Attorney's Office, Appeals Section - San Antonio, TX
Hon. Rosa Lopez Theofanis,
Third Court of Appeals of Texas - Austin, TX
Hon. Beth Watkins,
Fourth Court of Appeals - San Antonio, TX
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Tricks of the Trade: Appellate Tips from Both Sides (Jul 2024)
Douglas K. Norman
0.75
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0.75
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Session 12
—41 mins
0.75
Tricks of the Trade: Appellate Tips from Both Sides (Jul 2024)
10 tips to be a better direct appeal and writ practitioner.
Originally presented: May 2024 Conference on Criminal Appeals
Douglas K. Norman,
Nueces County District Attorney's Office - Corpus Christi, TX
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Court of Criminal Appeals Judicial Panel (Jul 2024)
Alison Fox Dahlberg, Hon. Barbara P. Hervey, Hon. Mary Lou Keel, Hon. Bert Richardson, Hon. Michelle M. Slaughter
0.75
0.25
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0.75 | 0.25 ethics
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Session 13
—47 mins
0.75 | 0.25 ethics
Court of Criminal Appeals Judicial Panel (Jul 2024)
Hear a panel of judges respond to your frequently—and sometimes infrequently—asked questions. Please submit your questions in advance to ConferenceQA@utcle.org.
Originally presented: May 2024 Conference on Criminal Appeals
Alison Fox Dahlberg,
Texas Court of Criminal Appeals - Austin, TX
Hon. Barbara P. Hervey,
Texas Court of Criminal Appeals - Austin, TX
Hon. Mary Lou Keel,
Texas Court of Criminal Appeals - Austin, TX
Hon. Bert Richardson,
Texas Court of Criminal Appeals - Austin, TX
Hon. Michelle M. Slaughter,
Texas Court of Criminal Appeals - Austin, TX
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Ethical Issues in Criminal Appeals Practice (Jul 2024)
Stephanie L. Stevens
1.00
1.00
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1.00 | 1.00 ethics
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Session 14
—62 mins
1.00 | 1.00 ethics
Ethical Issues in Criminal Appeals Practice (Jul 2024)
Ethical representation is required at the appellate level as well as the trial level. Explore rules of ethics and situations specifically centered on appellate representation.
Originally presented: May 2024 Conference on Criminal Appeals
Stephanie L. Stevens,
St. Mary's University School of Law - San Antonio, TX