Traps for Appellate Out-of-Towners: Differences Among Neighboring State Appellate Practices
American Bar Association
Sep
24
2024
Date: September 24, 2024
Time: 4:00PM - 5:30PM (EST)
There may be significant differences among appellate practice even in neighboring states. This program will highlight and flag those differences for the benefit of appellate practitioners who venture across state lines. Tips for appellate practice in Colorado, Utah, Montana and Wyoming will be provided. At the end of the program, attendees will:
- Understand the key differences between appellate practice in Colorado, Utah, Montana and Wyoming.
- Learn "what not to do" in each appellate jurisdiction that will identify the practitioner as an "out-of-towner" and
- Gain useful information and contacts for future reference in each appellate jurisdiction.
Speakers
Emily Kanstroom Musgrave
Panelist
Emily Kanstroom Musgrave is a Mintz attorney whose practice focuses on complex commercial litigation, including contract disputes and government investigations. She advises clients in all stages of litigation. Emily is also active in pro bono matters.
Linda Morkan
Panelist
Robinson & Cole LLP, Hartford, CT
Tom Dickinson
Panelist
Attorney, Providence, RI
Jay Breakstone
Moderator
The Breakstone Law Firm, PC, Bellmore, NY