The pandemic really took a toll on the criminal defense practice. Not being in the courtroom as often, not being in contact with other attorneys, not sharing information and skills – the learning gap has grown for both newer criminal defense attorneys as well as experienced practitioners. It’s time to fix that by attending the “Criminal Defense: Back to Basics and Beyond” CLE on Dec. 8 at NCAJ headquarters in Raleigh. Register at ncaj.com/events.
In this episode of Voices of NCAJ, host Amber Nimocks speaks with program co-chair Julie Boyer. Julie is a highly skilled trial lawyer with her own firm based in Winston-Salem who handles first degree murder and other violent crime cases. She is also an N.C. State Bar Board Certified Specialist in Criminal Law Juvenile Delinquency.
Boyer and her program co-chair Chris Heaney have put together a jam-packed day of learning for criminal defense practitioners that covers everything from pretrial release to post-conviction basics. The lineup of CLE speakers includes:
- Julie Boyer on motions
- Elana Fogel on the importance of pretrial release and how to get it
- Sarah Rackley Olsen on finding experts
- Amanda Zimmer on appellate updates
- Chris Heaney on keeping the record clear and how not to get IAC’d
- Christon Halkiotis on jury voir dire
- Burcu Hensley on getting your evidence and experts admitted
- Cynthia Everson on sentencing
- Elizabeth Hopkins Thomas on post-conviction basics,
- Will Graebe on ethics
This comprehensive CLE is a must-attend. To register for the CLE go to ncaj.com/events. Attend in-person or virtually.
🎙️ Featured Guest 🎙️
Name: Julie Boyer
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💡 Episode Highlights 💡
[02:45] Not Just for New Attorneys: The practice of law over the past 3+ years has been anything but normal. The “Criminal Defense: Back to Basics and Beyond” CLE will feature a panel of speakers and promises to provide “massive” amounts of information that is useful to both new and experienced attorneys alike.
[05:54] An Agenda You Won’t Want to Miss: This power packed agenda will feature speakers with a wealth of knowledge on topics such as: pretrial release, finding experts, how not to get IAC’d, voir dire, getting your evidence and experts admitted, and more!
[15:35] Calm in the Midst of Chaos: Criminal defense attorneys face constant chaos and emergencies. Substance abuse in the profession is a problem due to trauma witnessed everyday. The CLE will feature an ethics hour on the topic of “Calm in the Midst of Chaos-Resilience Training”.
[16:46] Importance of Motions from Day 1: Motions can be used in a variety of ways from the very beginning to help your client. Julie will present a section on motions and will share a number of examples in her presentation materials.
[18:03] Getting to Know Julie Boyer: Julie’s been practicing for 19 years. She’s had her own law practice since 2006, except for 3 years at the Capital Defender’s Office. Her career journey also included a short time as a prosecutor. She likes the variety that comes with having her own practice.
[19:26] Why Julie Joined NCAJ: Julie joined NCAJ to learn from experienced attorneys and gain support in her career. The criminal listserv is a helpful resource for getting answers and assistance from top attorneys in the state.
[25:02] Register for the CLE: Lawyers can attend virtually or in-person on December 8, 2023 at NCAJ headquarters. Visit ncaj.com/events for more info.
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