Daniel J. Procaccini, Nicole J. Benjamin and Lucas G. Spremulli will all be presenting at this year’s Annual Meeting for the Rhode Island Bar Association on June 12th and 13h at the Rhode Island Convention Center.
Thursday, June 12, 2025
Litigation Academy: The Art of Direct and Cross-Examination
3:15pm – 4:30pm
Dan will be co-presenting this program which will focus on the art of effective direct and cross-examination skills. Actual direct and cross-examinations of a fact witness will be critiqued by judges, experienced trial counsel, and a professional actor. Learn how to be a more effective trial lawyer. The panel will also address the ethics of direct and cross-examinations of fact witnesses.
Friday, June 13, 2025
Introduction to Federal Civil Practice
10:45am – 12:00pm
Nicole will be moderating the panel and Lucas will be co-presenting with other panel members to provide a comprehensive introduction to civil practice in the U.S. District Court for the District of Rhode Island. This session guides participants through the lifecycle of a civil case in federal court, covering procedural requirements, including local rules, discovery management strategies, and case resolution approaches. The session also highlights key distinctions between practice in Rhode Island Superior Court and federal court, equipping attorneys new to federal practice with practical insights into federal litigation.
