Michael Killingsworth, Attorney, Ahmad, Zavitsanos, Anaipakos, Alavi and Mensing P.C. to Speak at TKG’s Effective Pre-Trial and Evidentiary Hearings Preparation

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About Michael Killingsworth

Michael Killingsworth focuses on commercial and intellectual property litigation at AZA. He has been part of a successful $200 million energy sector jury trial team and successful $19.1 million and $9.4 million healthcare sector jury trial teams. He has been on multiple intellectual property focused trial teams that have successfully recovered more than $50 million for AZA’s IP clients. He has also served as lead counsel in reaching favorable settlements related to wrongful termination and breach of contract cases. Mr. Killingsworth earned his J.D. from the University of Chicago Law School, where he completed the Doctoroff Business Leadership Program from University of Chicago Booth business school.

About Ahmad, Zavitsanos, Anaipakos, Alavi & Mensing P.C.

AZA, or Ahmad, Zavitsanos, Anaipakos, Alavi & Mensing P.C., is foremost a trial firm. Its 50 lawyers have been in a trial most months since 2016, despite courthouse closures because of COVID and Hurricane Harvey. The firm’s courtroom experience, knowledge of what will matter to a jury or judge, and command of trial technology permit its lawyers to do this efficiently. Being trial-ready also strongly influences settlement. Opponents recognize that with more than 225 trials under AZA’s lawyers’ belts, they have confidence in their position and ability to advocate that position. In fact, AZA is often hired on the eve of trial, once it has become clear that the case must be tried.

Abstract

Several issues and concerns continue to bring widespread complications in the pre-trial and evidentiary hearing procedures. Adding to these challenges is the imposed shift of standard practices to virtual hearings in aims to curtail the effects of COVID-19. However, because an individual presence is vital to obtain credible evidence, several courts have not been able to hold hearings remotely, resulting to delays. Thus, counsel to businesses and companies must remain cognizant of the practical strategies to carefully alleviate the risks and pitfalls.

In this LIVE Webcast, a panel of distinguished professionals and thought leaders will help lawyers and practitioners understand the key aspects of pre-trial and evidentiary hearings, as well as effectively managing potentials and perils amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. Speakers will also provide best practices and strategies to successfully resolve emerging issues.

Key topics include:


• Pre-Trial and Evidentiary Hearings: Trends and Developments


• COVID-19 Implications


• Common Risks and Pitfalls


• Notable Cases and Court Rulings


• Winning Practices and Strategies


• Outlook

About The Knowledge Group

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