Criminal Law

Criminal Law: Opening a File

Description:

In this session you will learn what to do when you get a new client. Attorney Thomas Parkerson will discuss Client Interview, Case Analysis and Retainer Agreements. Some of the topics include: Initial phone call, client expectations, Defenses; Suppression issues, and Reasonableness of fee.

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Good presentation

Great insights.

Great presentation! Hope presenter does more in the future!

The course was very informative and well laid out. Looking forward to hearing more.

This was very solid, well-organized and informative.

Good review--covered lots in a short time.

Good pointers as to basics of business practice in opening a case. Also a good general review of several Rules of Professional Conduct.

Good to get affirmation of many of my existing practices in opening a file on a new client. the focus in the initial meeting regarding honors, achievements etc. was something I've never considered but will add in the future

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Course InformationHighlights
  • Flexible to your schedule
  • Viewable on desktop or mobile devices
  • Discount for section members
Course Credits Dual Credits: 0.00
General Credits: 1.00
Total Credits: 1

This program will be filed for Tennessee CLE credit. Please email a request to cle@tnbar.org for Georgia and Mississippi CLE credit.