2026 Judicial Education Course Catalog

THURSDAY, MARCH 5 Cross-Cultural Dispute Resolution D I & 12:30 – 3:30 p.m. Judges and magistrates often participate in settlement type discussions or scheduled conferences, where they are tasked with guiding parties to a resolution. In these settings, there are often cultural considerations at play that go beyond the facts and the law. This course will dive into identifying cultural considerations when parties are trying to resolve a case and how judges can ask questions and guide those conversations in sensitive yet productive ways. Coordinator: Mag. Sarah Malik WEDNESDAY, MARCH 11 Probate Potpourri 9 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. What did I hear you say? Was that hearsay? This course will take a look at courtroom proceedings and the rules of evidence. We will explore how and when to apply the rules and how to effectively manage a hearing. We will also discuss how to deal effectively deal with conflict in the courtroom. Topics to be covered include: - Evidence & Hearsay - Courtroom Management & Challenging Situations - An Update on Probate Laws Coordinator: Hon. Amy Lorenzini THURSDAY, MARCH 12 Civil Impact Cases — Case Law Update 9 a.m. – Noon What’s new in the world of civil appellate cases? Great question! This course will review recent opinions from the Supreme Court of Maryland and the Appellate Court to make sure that you are up-to-date on civil cases that may apply to cases on your docket. Coordinator: Hon. Brynja Booth

Attorney Grievance: How to Handle a Case from Start to Finish 12:30 – 3:30 p.m. Congratulations! You have been designated by the Supreme Court of Maryland as a hearing judge in an attorney grievance case! Unlike other types of cases, your findings of fact and conclusions of law are certain to find their way to Supreme Court for review. This course will discuss the applicable rules of procedure, and requirements of the hearing judge, and effective opinion-writing techniques to ensure that your written findings are upheld on review. Coordinator: Hon. Brynja Booth On the bench. Off the bench. Judges encounter ethical issues on a regular basis. Let’s take a deeper dive into the Code of Judicial Conduct and the rules governing judicial disabilities and discipline. Come explore ethical issues faced by judges in Maryland and nationally. Coordinator: Kendra Jolivet, Esq. THURSDAY, MARCH 19 Construction Law I 9 a.m. – Noon Construction Law I is designed to equip Maryland judges with a foundational understanding of key legal principles in the construction industry. This course will explore standard construction contract provisions such as indemnity, forfeiture, flow-down, subrogation, and change order clauses, as well as their applications and implications in litigation. Judges will examine causes of action, like breach of contract, unjust enrichment, and quantum meruit, alongside concepts such as termination, substantial performance, and “time is of the essence.” Additionally, the course will cover the complexities of mechanics’ liens, providing judges with practical knowledge to navigate construction-related legal TUESDAY, MARCH 17 Ethical Issues for the Trial & Appellate Courts 9 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

disputes effectively and efficiently. Coordinator: Hon. Andrea Leahy

2026 Judicial Education Course Catalog

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