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In Defense of the Damned - 2025


June 9-June 13, 2025
Take your level of defending those who seem to be “damned” by society and the justice system to a higher level of advocacy in trial.
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Take your level of defending those who seem to be “damned” by society and the justice system to a higher level of advocacy in trial.
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When
June 9-June 13, 2025
Where
Indiana University - Maurer School of Law, Bloomington, Indiana

About TLC's In Defense of the Damned - 2025

Plaintiff and criminal defense lawyer training on multiple trial skills using the original winning TLC Method led by an experienced faculty team who have had their own resounding courtroom successes using the TLC Method. Large and small group interactive training sessions will focus on the all-encompassing trial skill of Cross Examinations and learn how to apply the TLC methods of mitigation in the penalty phases of your cases.

For over 30 years, the original Trial Lawyers College has discovered that a deeper understanding of oneself leads to a richer comprehension of clients, opposing counsel, judges, and, ultimately, jurors. The most effective manner to gain this deeper understanding is through psychodrama led by licensed specialists. Psychodrama provides lawyers the ability to put stories into action, keeping the human factor as part of the equation during all parts of a trial. 

TLC-trained trial lawyers have proven time and again how the chances of winning dramatically increase if the jurors can better experience what the client has experienced using the TLC Method.

Tuition Includes: TLC method training in both large and small groups, buffet style meals as indicated on the agenda. Attendees must secure their own lodging and transportation. 

To make this course the most impactful event it can be, space is limited to 36 participants.

Course Fee:  $1250 DOES NOT INCLUDE LODGING                    Deadline to Register:  May 1, 2025, 11:59pm 
We will make every effort to accommodate those who want to register after the June deadline date.  Please email Molly@triallawyerscollege.org for assistance.

CLE Credits: TBD
Accreditation will be applied for through the Indiana State Bar
Attendees will be responsible for submitting CLE credit approval to their state licensing department upon completion. TLC will provide all pertinent documentation needed for you to submit to your state for accreditation. 
Course Attendance will be monitored by faculty.

ADA Accommodations Deadline: May 5, 2025

Flexible Payment Plans and Financial Assistance
The Trial Lawyers College offers partial financial assistance and structured interest-free payments. Attendees can pay the fixed price in full or opt for a payment plan that allows them to pay in 2 or 3 installments, with full payment made on or before May 23, 2025.  We also offer partial financial assistance based on financial need to attendees, thereby ensuring that this valuable learning experience is accessible to everyone who is invited to participate. 

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In Defense of the Damned - 2025 WILL START IN

1 days
3 hours
22 minutes
45 SECONDS

Mastering the Art of Trial Advocacy

In Defense of the Damned - 2025 will focus on the following Trial Skills:

AGENDA: ALL TIMES are in Central Standard Time

June 9, 2025 (Monday)
3:00 pm – 5:00 pm     Check-in 
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm     Dinner 
7:00 pm – 9:00 pm     Welcome, Introductions and Warm-up

June 10, 2025 (Tuesday)
7:30 am – 8:30 am     Breakfast  
8:30 am – 12:00 pm   In Session
12:00 pm – 1:00 pm   Lunch 
2:00 pm – 5:00 pm     In Session
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm     Dinner 
7:00 pm – 9:00 pm     In Session

June 11, 2025 (Wednesday)
7:30 am – 8:30 am     Breakfast  
8:30 am – 12:00 pm   In Session
12:00 pm – 1:00 pm   Lunch 
2:00 pm – 5:00 pm     In Session
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm     Dinner 
7:00 pm – 9:00 pm     In Session

June 12, 2025 (Thursday)
7:30 am – 8:30 am     Breakfast  
8:30 am – 12:00 pm   In Session
12:00 pm – 1:00 pm   Lunch 
2:00 pm – 5:00 pm     In Session
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm     Dinner 
7:00 pm – 9:00 pm     In Session

June 13, 2025 (Friday)
7:30 am – 8:30 am     Breakfast  
9:00 am – 12:00 pm   Final Session 

Note: Session times and meals times are subject to change once schedule is finalized. 
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Trial Skills Taught
Agenda
Instructors
Venue
Cancellation Policy
The TLC Method for Cross Examination trains trial lawyers to apply the psychodramatic methods that improve listening skills and therefore the ability to understand and empathize with everyone in the courtroom, including opposing witness.  The TLC Method provides trial attorneys the rare and important opportunity to not only build credibility but also transform an opposing  witness into a witness for their client.
AGENDA: ALL TIMES are in Central Standard Time

June 9, 2025 (Monday)
3:00 pm – 5:00 pm     Check-in 
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm     Dinner 
7:00 pm – 9:00 pm     Welcome, Introductions and Warm-up

June 10, 2025 (Tuesday)
7:30 am – 8:30 am     Breakfast  
8:30 am – 12:00 pm   In Session
12:00 pm – 1:00 pm   Lunch 
2:00 pm – 5:00 pm     In Session
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm     Dinner 
7:00 pm – 9:00 pm     In Session

June 11, 2025 (Wednesday)
7:30 am – 8:30 am     Breakfast  
8:30 am – 12:00 pm   In Session
12:00 pm – 1:00 pm   Lunch 
2:00 pm – 5:00 pm     In Session
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm     Dinner 
7:00 pm – 9:00 pm     In Session

June 12, 2025 (Thursday)
7:30 am – 8:30 am     Breakfast  
8:30 am – 12:00 pm   In Session
12:00 pm – 1:00 pm   Lunch 
2:00 pm – 5:00 pm     In Session
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm     Dinner 
7:00 pm – 9:00 pm     In Session

June 13, 2025 (Friday)
7:30 am – 8:30 am     Breakfast  
9:00 am – 12:00 pm   Final Session 

Note: Session times and meals times are subject to change once schedule is finalized. 
Faculty Leaders: Eric Davis and Amanda Harber
The Indiana University Maurer School of Law in Bloomington rests on a campus of 1,933 acres includes abundant green space and historic buildings dating to the university's reconstruction in the late nineteenth century. The campus rests on a bed of Indiana Limestone, specifically Salem Limestone and Harrodsburg Limestone, with outcroppings of St. Louis Limestone. Clear Creek is the 'campus river' which is a stream flowing through the center of campus. Come enjoy one of the top six campuses to live on and the beautiful town of Bloomington. 

Possible hotel options nearby as students must secure their own lodging:
Courtyard by Marriott Hotel in Bloomington
310 South College Avenue, Bloomington, IN 47403

Hilton Garden Inn Bloomington
245 North College Avenue, Bloomington, IN 47404

Hyatt Place Hotel Bloomington
217 West Kirkwood Avenue, Bloomington, IN 47404
CANCELLATION POLICY:
Given the high cost of providing courses at easily accessible venues nationwide and those venues’ strict cancellation policies, TLC has had to make changes to its cancellation policy. To lessen the impact of this change in policy on our tribe, we offer the following options: 
1. In the case where a student needs to cancel, they have 31 days prior to the course to cancel and receive a full refund. If it is after the 31-day deadline, to receive a full refund they may contact Brooklyn@triallawyerscollege.org with the name of a replacement student who is prepared to take their place. This is especially important to cover the cost of the committed lodging. After the replacement student completes registration including full payment, a full refund will be processed. 
2. If no replacement is found for their reserved spot prior to the program, we will apply 50% of the paid tuition as a credit towards a future program, to be used within one year, and use the other 50% towards the unused lodging expense of the course cancelled. If you have any questions, please contact Brooklyn@triallawyerscollege.org.

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Take a stand today to be the best lawyer you can be.

In Defense of the Damned - 2025

Indiana University - Maurer School of Law, Bloomington, Indiana
Course Date
June 9-June 13, 2025
Course Fee: $1250
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