Criminal Advocacy and Courtroom Etiquette 

Aug. 26, 2026
Online

OBA Criminal Justice PROGRAM | On-Demand
Original Program Date: August 26, 2026

When you purchase this on-demand product, you will receive access to the recording approximately one week following the live program date. If you wish to view the program live, please purchase the live online product here.

Make a strong first impression in the courtroom by knowing both the formal rules and unwritten expectations of effective criminal advocacy. Take away practical guidance on conducting yourself with confidence, respect and professionalism in criminal court.

  • Courtroom dress and gowning protocol;  
  • Seating and procedural variations between courts;  
  • Rules for decorum, devices and conduct; 
  • Virtual court vs. in person;  
  • Advice for acting as a second chair in court to senior counsel; and  
  • Appearing in “set date court”.


PROGRAM CHAIR

Kelsey Flanagan, Henein Hutchison Robitaille LLP

PROGRAM SPEAKER

Jessica Proskos, Henein Hutchison Robitaille LLP

SINGLE REGISTRATION

CBA Member: $40* | CBA Student Member: $25* | Non-Member: $65*

(includes e-materials access, where available) *plus applicable taxes

 

 

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    OTHER FORMAT AVAILABLE

    This program is available LIVE ONLINE



    Group rates Available:

    2 - 4 registrants = 10% discount
    5 - 9 registrants = 15% discount
    10 - 19 registrants = 20% discount
    20+ = 25% discount

    To take advantage of the discount, please contact:
    publications@oba.org



    Viewer Specifications

    • High-speed broadband internet connection
    • Current and updated web browser
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