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Andrew Friedman Reviews Most Important Cases of 2023 for CLA

California Lawyers Association Invites Andrew H. Friedman to Review the Most Important Cases of 2023 December 12th

Helmer Friedman LLP is very pleased to announce that the Labor and Employment Law Section of the California Lawyers Association has asked Andrew H. Friedman and Tony Oncidi to reprise their Annual Employment Law Update on December 12, 2023. The Labor and Employment Law Section describes the program as: “A comprehensive review of the most significant employment law cases from 2023 every employment law practitioner should know.” For more information and/or to register, please visit – https://calawyers.org/event/webinar-a-3-year-review-of-the-most-significant-employment-law-cases/

2024-05-13T09:48:42-08:00November 3rd, 2023|Andrew Friedman, speaking engagements|Comments Off on Andrew Friedman Reviews Most Important Cases of 2023 for CLA
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Making Trials Less Trying

Andrew H. Friedman to Speak at The Rutter Group’s “Making Trials Less Trying” MCLE Program

October 4 – 6, 2023 – Helmer Friedman LLP is excited to announce that Andrew H. Friedman will be speaking at The Rutter Group’s upcoming trial advocacy program – “MAKING TRIALS LESS TRYING: A Step-by-Step Approach for Achieving Winning Verdicts.”

How to make trials less trying featuring Andrew H. Friedman of Helmer Friedman LLP.

Mr. Friedman will be speaking on a panel with a fantastic lineup of speakers, including the Presiding Justice for the California Court of Appeal, Second Appellate District, Division 8 – Justice Maria E. Stratton, Michael D. Stein of Tisdale & Nicholson, LLP, and theatre professional Rachel Stein.

The Rutter Group describes this program as follows: “While most civil actions settle, many do not. In those instances, an attorney must possess a litany of skills to successfully teach the case to 12 strangers who would rather be anywhere else! This comprehensive 4-hour “how to” program, presented by a Presiding Justice of the California Court of Appeal and experienced plaintiff and defense trial counsel, systematically analyzes each component of a civil jury trial and includes a mock direct and cross-examination demonstration. Specifically designed for novice and seasoned practitioners alike, the program offers innovative ways to convert jurors from passive listeners into engaged participants, presents strategies for portraying yourself as an objective teacher rather than a biased advocate, and highlights techniques for transforming critical jurors into your client’s champions in the deliberation room.”

For more information, find the Trials Less Trying brochure here.

2023-10-20T17:49:26-08:00July 26th, 2023|Andrew Friedman, speaking engagements|Comments Off on Making Trials Less Trying
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Pincus 18th Annual Superior Court Boot Camp

Andrew H. Friedman to Speak at The Pincus 18th Annual Superior Court Boot Camp

October 13, 2023 – Andrew H. Friedman will speak at the 18th Annual Superior Court Boot Camp, presented by Pincus Professional Education. Mr. Friedman will be speaking alongside multiple Superior Court judges, including Hon. Lawrence H. Cho (Los Angeles Superior Court), Hon. Harold W. Hopp (Riverside Superior Court), Hon. Kira L. Klatchko (Riverside Superior Court) and Hon. Laura A. Seigle (Los Angeles Superior Court). Also speaking with Mr. Friedman will be many preeminent plaintiff and defendant employment attorneys and other litigators, including Rachel Gezerseh (Panish | Shea | Boyle | Ravipudi LLP), Angel James Horacek (Law Offices of Angel J. Horacek, P.C.), Courtney Abrams (Courtney Abrams, P.C.), Jason Liang (Liang Ly LLP), Ryan T. Moore (Fox Rothschild LLP), Adam K. Shea (Panish | Shea | Boyle | Ravipudi LLP), Matthew C. Slentz (Colantuono, Highsmith & Whatley, PC), and Kimberly A. Valentine (Valentine Law Group).

Pincus describes this program as follows: This dynamic and information-packed program will teach you all about litigating in California State Court. It will also teach you what you need to know to be a successful litigator in any court. The program covers your case in state court from start to finish – from developing your case themes, to CMCs, discovery, depos, and motions on through to your pre-trial, trial and post-trial tasks. Check out the agenda tab above to see the details.

Many large and medium-sized firms send multiple associates each year to this program (and to our Federal Court Boot Camp), because they value the instruction and insight provided. In fact t, if you are from a firm that wants to send four or more attorneys, give us a call for an extra special discount. We have multiple judges teaching at each location – many who have taught this course for years. We also have plaintiff and defense attorneys from large and small firms and solos teaching, to make sure you get a variety of perspectives on each topic.

This is a great program for newer attorneys or attorneys wanting to get the court’s perspective on effective litigation techniques. If you are looking for a more advanced or in-depth course on litigation topics, we offer two-part courses on depositions and jury selection as well. The entire seminar is designed to teach you not only what you must do, but also how to do it. The faculty also helps you understand common or easily made mistakes and how to avoid them. This program covers a lot of ground in a short amount of time, so come prepared to learn and to take a lot of notes! Click on the Agenda Tab to see the detailed agenda.

It is an invaluable resource that will help guide you through your cases and ensure your success. Just graduated law school? – can’t miss it. You don’t get these skills and this practical advice in law school. Been an attorney for a while, but have not yet done much beyond document review? This course is for you. Getting ready to take on more litigation related responsibilities at your firm? This course is for you. Has it been a long time since you’ve been in the courtroom or written a motion? This one’s for you as well. And if you’re with a law firm – join many other large law firms and send your multiple associates each year.

9:00 a.m. – 9:55 a.m.
The Early Stuff: Case Themes and Strategies, Advice on submitting Complaints & Answers; Demurrers and Motions to Strike, CMCs

  • Complaints and Answers
    • Rules and Timelines
    • How to do it
    • Strategies
    • Common Mistakes
  • Demurrers/Motions to Strike
  • Demurrers v. Answers
  • Case Management Conference / Scheduling Your Case

 

9:55 a.m. – 10:55 a.m.
Discovery in State Court

  • Discovery
    • Regular Discovery in state court
    • Types in state court
    • Motions that occur during Discovery, including motions for sanctions
    • Overlooked Deadlines
    • Procedural Issues that are often missed/common mistakes
    • Strategies and choices
      • For Settlements
      • For Trial
    • Superior Court v. Federal Court
    • RFPs
  • E-Discovery
    • Latest State Rules, changes in rules
    • Strategies
    • Cost Saving Measures
    • Mistakes not to make
    • Important state cases
  • Motions to Compel

10:55 a.m. – 11:05 a.m.
BREAK

11:05 a.m. – 12:05 p.m.
Depositions in State Court

  • Rules Strategies & Timelines for state court
  • State v. Federal rule differences and strategy differences
  • Deciding whom to depose
  • Taking good depositions – Mistakes not to make
  • Making effective use of depositions at trial in state court
  • Practical examples, discussion of anything in the handout

12:05 p.m. – 12:15 p.m.
Oral Argument

  • Any state rules or court customs/questions they should ask?
  • Top tips

12:15 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Lunch (on your own)

1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Motions for Summary Judgment and Summary Adjudication

  • Timeline
  • Responses and Replies – Organization and Effectiveness
  • What is effective and what is not
  • What is persuasive?
  • What judges look for
  • Common mistakes not to make
  • Practical Examples, discussion of handout material

2:00 p.m. – 2:45 p.m.
Heading to Trial and Additional Motions

  • Heading to Trial
    • Final Status Conference
    • Trial Outline
    • Motions to Exclude Witnesses from Courtroom
    • Motions in Limine

Additional Motions

  • Ex parte applications
  • Continuances
  • Reconsideration
  • Motions for Sanctions
  • Motions to Exclude Witnesses from Courtroom
  • 998 offers

2:45 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Your Pre-Trial Tasks, Selecting and Dealing with Your Jury

  • Jury Selection in State Court – Procedure, Strategies and Questionnaires
  • Jury Instructions, Jury Verdict Forms
    • What to do, mistakes not to make
    • State court – rules, local rules, chambers rules
    • Difference between state and federal
  • Evidence at Trial
    • How to get evidence admitted / submitting exhibits at trial
    • Laying foundation
    • Objections & Hearsay Exceptions
    • Privileges
    • Any differences between state and federal rules/procedures
    • Strategic Use

3:30 p.m. – 4:25 p.m.
Your Trial

  • Opening Statements
    • State Court Specific
    • Strategies and Advice
  • Direct and Cross-Examinations of Lay Witnesses
  • State Court Specific
  • How to
  • Strategies and Advice
  • Direct and Cross-Examination of Expert witnesses
  • State Court Specific
  • How to
  • Strategies and Advice
  • Just a few tips on Closing Arguments
  • State Court Specific if there are differences
  • Strategies and Advice

4:25 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
BREAK

4:30 p.m. – 5:15 p.m.
Preserving the Record for Appeal, Post-Trial Motions and Judgments

  • Preserving the Record for Appeal
  • Post-Trial Motions
    • Motion for a JNOV
    • Motion for a New Trial
    • Attorneys’ Fees
    • Determining “Prevailing Party” under CCP Sec. 998, 1032 & 1033
    • Filing Notice of Appeal
  • Judgments
    • Financial awards
    • Injunctive relief
    • Requirements for entry in jury trials per CCP664
    • How to enforce

To learn more about the program or to register, please visit – https://new.pincusproed.com/product/superior-court-boot-camp-18th-annual-the-nuts-and-bolts-ca/

2023-10-20T17:59:15-08:00July 19th, 2023|Andrew Friedman, speaking engagements|Comments Off on Pincus 18th Annual Superior Court Boot Camp
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2023 Employment Mediation Institute Featuring Andrew H. Friedman

The Southern California Mediation Association Invites Andrew H. Friedman To Speak At Its 2023 Employment Mediation Institute

Transforming Workplace Conflict - Mediation in the Modern Workplace. Helmer Friedman LLP is very pleased to announce that the Southern California Mediation Association has invited Andrew H. Friedman to speak at the organization’s 2023 Employment Mediation Institute. Mr. Friedman will speak on a panel with Phyllis Cheng and Anthony J. Oncidi entitled “A Review of the Most Recent, Cutting-Edge Developments in California Employment Law.” The SCMA’s 2023 Employment Mediation Institute will take place in downtown Los Angeles at Loyola Law School on Saturday, August 5, 2023. To learn more about the 2023 Employment Mediation Institute and/or to register to attend, please visit – https://scmediation.org/page/EMI2023Home

2024-10-15T13:50:33-08:00June 22nd, 2023|Andrew Friedman|Comments Off on 2023 Employment Mediation Institute Featuring Andrew H. Friedman
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Annual Employment Law Review

Andrew H. Friedman and Tony Oncidi to Reprise Their Annual Employment Law Update for Los Angeles County Bar Association

March 1, 2023 – Helmer Friedman LLP is very pleased to announce that the Labor and Employment Law Section of the Los Angeles County Bar Association has asked Andrew H. Friedman and Tony Oncidi to reprise their Annual Employment Law Update on March 23, 2023, at the Section’s 43rd Labor and Employment Law Symposium. The presentation – entitled “An Oncidi/Friedman Annual Employment Law Review” – will mark the third time that Mr. Friedman and Mr. Oncidi have presented their annual update presentation, as a team, to the Los Angeles County Bar Association. In addition, Mr. Friedman and Mr. Oncidi have each separately also presented their annual update to the Los Angeles County Bar Association with other speakers.

The Labor and Employment Law Section describes the program as: “This past year, as usual, there was an abundance of new employment laws and appellate decisions. Andrew H. Friedman and Anthony Oncidi reprise their annual update on employment law, covering new statutes and top cases, with an emphasis on the cases of greatest utility to employment law practitioners.”

For more information about Section’s 43rd Labor and Employment Law Symposium and/or to register for the program, please visit https://lacba.org/?pg=Events&evAction=showDetail&eid=264842&evSubAction=listAll

2023-03-07T10:52:41-08:00March 7th, 2023|Andrew Friedman, speaking engagements|Comments Off on Annual Employment Law Review
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Pasadena County Bar Association Asks Andrew H. Friedman And Tony Oncidi To Reprise Their Annual Employment Law Update

Pasadena County Bar Association Annual Employment Law Update

January 18, 2023 – Helmer Friedman LLP is very pleased to announce that the Labor and Employment Law Section of the Pasadena County Bar Association has asked Andrew H. Friedman and Tony Oncidi to reprise their Annual Employment Law Update on January 18, 2023.

Andrew Friedman literally wrote The Book on Employment Law.

This program will mark the 4th time that Mr. Friedman and Mr. Oncidi have presented this program to the Beverly Hills Bar Association. The Labor and Employment Law Section describes the program: “2022 was another bumper year for employment law appellate decisions. This fast-paced panel will cover the top employment cases of the past year, including cases from the United States and California Supreme Courts, the Ninth Circuit, and California Courts of Appeal.” For more information and/or to register, please visit – https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/553442903570446604

2024-01-16T11:36:50-08:00December 8th, 2022|Andrew Friedman|Comments Off on Pasadena County Bar Association Asks Andrew H. Friedman And Tony Oncidi To Reprise Their Annual Employment Law Update
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Beverly Hills Bar Association Asks Annual Employment Law Update Beverly Hills Bar Association

Andrew H. Friedman and Tony Oncidi to Reprise Their Annual Employment Law Update for Beverly Hills Bar Association

Andrew Friedman wrote The Book on Employment Law.

January 31, 2023 – Helmer Friedman LLP is very pleased to announce that the Labor and Employment Law Section of the Beverly Hills Bar Association has asked Andrew H. Friedman and Tony Oncidi to reprise their Annual Employment Law Update on January 31, 2023. This program will mark the 13th time that Mr. Friedman and Mr. Oncidi have presented this program to the Beverly Hills Bar Association. The Labor and Employment Law Section describes the program as: “The program presents a plaintiff and defense view of the key employment cases decided and California employment laws enacted in the past year. Emphasis will be placed on the practical implications of the year’s new cases and statutes.” For more information and/or to register, please visit – https://myemail.constantcontact.com/2022-Employment-Law-Year-In-Review.html?soid=1102591689817&aid=Hawlf-NIvm0

2023-01-23T17:56:29-08:00December 8th, 2022|Andrew Friedman|Comments Off on Beverly Hills Bar Association Asks Annual Employment Law Update Beverly Hills Bar Association
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Employment Practices Liability Symposium

Nation’s Leading Insurance Underwriting Society Invites Andrew H. Friedman To Speak At Its Employment Practices Liability Symposium

February 13, 2023 – Helmer Friedman LLP is very pleased to announce that the Professional Liability Underwriting Society (“PLUS”) has invited Andrew H. Friedman to its 2023 Annual Employment Practices Liability Symposium.

EPL Sessions February 2023

The Symposium will take place on February 13, 2013, in New York City. PLUS has asked Mr. Friedman to speak on a panel entitled “EPLI Trends from Coast to Coast” and the organization has described the panel topics as: “Hear from renowned plaintiffs’ counsel from New York and California on the latest trends in cases they are bringing and planning to bring in two of the most difficult jurisdictions and from a top defense attorney on defense counsels’ efforts to prepare their clients to for the next big thing.” To learn more about this Symposium and/or to register, please visit – https://plusweb.org/Events/Event-Info/sessionaltcd/EPL2023.

2023-01-09T07:42:30-08:00December 8th, 2022|Andrew Friedman|Comments Off on Employment Practices Liability Symposium
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Advanced Mediation – Practical Skills for Experienced Litigators

CLA Advanced Mediation Practical Skills for Experienced Employment Litigators.

Andrew H. Friedman to Speak at the California Lawyers Association’s Advanced Mediation Conference

December 1 & 2, 2022 – Helmer Friedman LLP is pleased to announce that the California Lawyers Association, Labor and Employment Law Section, has asked Andrew H. Friedman to speak at the organizations Advanced Mediation Conference: Practical Skills for Experienced Employment Litigators. Mr. Friedman will be speaking alongside many other plaintiff employment attorneys, defense employment attorneys, and mediators. The deadline to register for the Early Bird discounted price of just $75.00 is November 24, 2022. To learn more about this program and/or to register, please visit – https://pheedloop.com/2022AdvancedMediation/site/home/.

2022-11-01T08:45:28-08:00October 20th, 2022|Andrew Friedman, speaking engagements|Comments Off on Advanced Mediation – Practical Skills for Experienced Litigators
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Superior Court Boot Camp

Andrew H. Friedman to Speak at The Pincus 17th Annual Superior Court Boot Camp

October 7, 2022 – Andrew H. Friedman will speak at the 17th Annual Superior Court Boot Camp, presented by Pincus Professional Education. Mr. Friedman will be speaking alongside multiple Superior Court judges, including Hon. Lawrence H. Cho (Los Angeles Superior Court), Hon. Harold W. Hopp (Riverside Superior Court), Hon. Kira L. Klatchko (Riverside Superior Court) and Hon. Laura A. Seigle (Los Angeles Superior Court). Also speaking with Mr. Friedman will be many preeminent plaintiff and defendant employment attorneys and other litigators, including John L. Barber (Lewis Brisbois), Virginia Milstead (Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP), Kimberly A. Valentine (Valentine Law Group), John P. Blumberg (Blumberg Law Corporation), Damian D. Capozzola (The Law Offices of Damian D. Capozzola), Angel James Horacek (Law Offices of Angel J. Horacek, P.C.).

This practical, two-part webinar will cover a wide range of litigation topics – from pleadings, discovery, depositions, and motions to your CMC and pre-trial obligations and juries. Attendees will also get advice regarding trial, preserving the record, judgments, and post-trial motions.

The program organizer, Pincus Pro Ed, has created a 10% off “Friend of the Speaker” discount for speakers to pass along. This discount code is FOSSUPCT10. Feel free to pass along the program information and discount to any colleagues who may be interested in the program. They provide additional discounts for law firms sending four or more attorneys. To register for the event or to pre-order the recording, please visit the Pincus website – https://new.pincusproed.com/product/16th-annual-superior-court-boot-camp-the-nuts-and-bolts-ca-two-part-webinar/.

For more information about this program, please visit https://new.pincusproed.com/product/superior-court-boot-camp-17th-annual-the-nuts-and-bolts-ca/.

Please note that IN-PERSON attendance in LOS ANGELES is now SOLD OUT. However, you can still sign up for online attendance. If you’d like to be on the WAIT LIST for IN-PERSON in LOS ANGELES, please put a note in the Comments section when you register, or send Pincus an email at info@pincusproed.com or call us at (877) 858-3848.

Here is an overview of what will be covered.

The Early Stuff: Case Themes and Strategies, Advice on submitting Complaints & Answers; Demurrers and Motions to strike, CMCs

  • Complaints and Answers
  • Rules and timelines
  • How to do it
  • Strategies
  • Common mistakes
  • Demurrers/Motions to Strike
  • Demurrers v. Answers
  • Case Management Conference / Scheduling Your Case

 

Discovery

  • Regular Discovery in state court
  • Types in state court
  • Motions that occur during Discovery, including motions for sanctions
  • Overlooked Deadlines – if needed
  • Procedural Issues that are often missed/common mistakes
  • Strategies and choices
  • For Settlements
  • For Trial
  • Superior Court v. Federal Court
  • RFPs
  • E-Discovery
  • Latest State Rules, changes in rules
  • Strategies
  • Cost Saving Measures
  • Mistakes not to make
  • Important state cases
  • Motions to Compel

 

Depositions in State Court

  • Rules Strategies & Timelines for state court
  • State v. Federal rule differences and strategy differences
  • Deciding whom to depose
  • Taking good depositions – Mistakes not to make
  • Making effective use of depositions at trial in state court
  • Practical examples, discussion of anything in handout
  • Q&A

 

Pre-trial settlement procedures and advice

  • Final Status Conference
  • Trial Outline
  • Motions to Exclude Witnesses from Courtroom
  • Motions in Limine
  • Additional Motions
  • Ex parte applications
  • Continuances
  • Reconsideration
  • Motions for Sanctions
  • Motions to Exclude Witnesses from Courtroom
  • 998 offers

 

Pre-Trial Tasks, Selecting and Dealing with Your Jury

  • Preserving the record for appeal – mistakes not to make/what to make sure you do
  • Post-Trial Motions
  • Motion for a JNOV
  • Motion for a New Trial
  • Attorneys’ Fees
  • Determining “Prevailing Party” under CCP Sec. 998, 1032 & 1033
  • Filing Notice of Appeal
  • Judgments
  • Financial awards
  • Injunctive relief
  • Requirements for entry in jury trials per CCP664
  • How to enforce
2023-08-11T11:34:13-08:00August 3rd, 2022|Andrew Friedman, employment law, speaking engagements|Comments Off on Superior Court Boot Camp
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