Category: Estate Planning, Trust and Probate Law Category: Estate Planning, Trust and Probate Law (show less)

Speakers
Evan Winet
Johnston, Kinney & Zulaica LLP    

John Rueppel
Johnston, Kinney & Zulaica LLP

People v. Sanchez drastically changed the testimony and evidence that experts can give during trial. This ruling presents unique issues in trust and estates litigation, where third-party evidence plays a huge role in the court’s determination. This CLE will review the legal issues, the changes to the scope of expert testimony, and particular challenges facing trust and estates litigators in trial.

Topics
Discussion of the holding of People v. Sanchez ((2016) 63 Cal.4th 665) and related cases on hearsay evidence and expert testimony
What experts will be allowed to testify to regarding medical documents and third-party statements
How to outfox opposing counsel with targeted objections and motions in limine
Educating the Court on the importance of Sanchez