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How to Succeed at Summary Judgment Motions

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Substantive: 1.5
90 minutes
Published
2024
Presenter(s)
Matthew Karabus
Andrew Winton
Source
Toronto Lawyers Association (TLA)
Provider
CPDOnline.ca
Language
English
Length
90 minutes
Price
$129.00 plus tax
Includes Handouts

Should you bring a summary judgment motion?  How do you oppose a summary judgment motion?  If you know when and how to effectively use them, they can be a critical tool for your litigation practice. In this program, you will gain practical tips from leading practitioners on how to prepare for, argue, and oppose a summary judgment motion.

Topics of discussion include:

  • Appropriateness and availability
  • Procedural vs. substantive arguments
  • Scheduling & mechanics
  • Evidence and burden of proof
  • Issues of credibility and availability of a trial
  • Drafting your materials
  • Notice of Motion, Affidavit, Factum, Order
  • Advocacy at the hearing
  • What’s your job?
  • Partial summary judgment
  • Costs & Appeals
  • Recent notable caselaw

Presenters

Matthew Karabus

Andrew Winton