Daily Briefs

‘Technology & Remote Services in Navigator Programs’ discussed Feb. 6


The National Center for State Courts will present its third Court Navigator School lecture, “Using Technology & Remote Services in Navigator Programs,” online Friday, February 6, from 1 to 2 p.m. via Zoom.

This lecture will highlight how programs leverage technology to streamline administrative tasks, improve user experience, and increase efficiency. It will also explore potential challenges and pitfalls that programs should watch for when integrating new tools. Attendees will learn from court navigator programs that provide services remotely and explore how technology is transforming their work. Students will hear directly from programs that use a variety of digital tools, including AI, to enhance service delivery.

Speaking at the online lecture will be Sheriece M. Perry, director, court services and law libraries department, Massachusetts Trial Courts Office of Court Management.

Court Navigator School is a series of one-hour virtual webinar sessions that provide information, ideas, and tangible suggestions to help courts start a navigator program or enhance an existing program.  Additional “study hall” sessions will provide structured, online technical assistance and advice from national experts and a place to share ideas with colleagues, exchange information, and explore possibilities in your jurisdiction in a small group setting.  

To register for the online lecture, visit www.ncsc.org and click on “Education &?events.”

Attorney discusses ‘Trial Preparations and Jury Selection’


The Oakland County Bar Association will present “Mastering Trial Preparations and Jury Selection” as a webinar on Thursday, February 12, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. via Zoom.

Success in the courtroom starts long before opening statements. This seminar equips appointed defense counsel with practical, battle-tested strategies for effective trial preparation and persuasive jury selection. Attendees will earn how to craft a case story from the ground up, identify and address potential weaknesses, and select a jury that will truly listen to a client’s side. 

Speaking at the webinar will be Judith S. Gracey of The Gracey Law Firm PLLC.

Credit has been approved with the OCBA for 1.5 Criminal credits.

Cost for the webinar is $45 for OCBA members; $30 for OCBA new lawyers (P84347+), paralegals, students, admin assistants; and $55 for non-member. Oakland County appointed counsel can attend for free.  

To register for this webinar, visit www.ocba.org and click on “events.”

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