Federal Appeals in Removed Personal Injury Cases: Strategies and Best Practices

Attorneys handling personal injury cases must understand the unique challenges and opportunities presented when appealing summary judgment decisions in removed cases. These include federal procedural requirements, the standard of review considerations, and strategic approaches that can maximize the chances of success on appeal.

Attendees will learn practical strategies for preserving issues for appeal during summary judgment proceedings, drafting effective appellate briefs that address both procedural and substantive aspects of removed cases, and navigating federal appellate procedures.

This course is designed for personal injury attorneys, civil litigators who handle federal appeals, and trial attorneys who want to understand better how to preserve and prepare cases for potential appeals from summary judgment. It is also open to attorneys with experience in personal injury cases and trials.

Learning Objectives:

• Identify and analyze the key procedural and jurisdictional issues that arise in appeals from summary judgment in removed personal injury cases
• Develop effective strategies for preserving issues for appeal during summary judgment proceedings in federal court
• Draft persuasive appellate briefs addressing procedural and substantive aspects of removed cases