This program cuts through AI hype and focuses on realistic, lawyer-controlled use of generative AI for drafting, analysis, and document review. While primarily substantive, the course emphasizes accuracy, verification, and integration into existing workflows without displacing professional judgment.

Many appeals fail due to mistakes made at the trial level. This program teaches trial lawyers how to preserve issues, create an adequate record, understand standards of review, and avoid procedural errors that undermine appellate success.