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| {FIRST_NAME} | Adds the recipients First Name. | Use |
| {LAST_NAME} | Adds the recipients Last Name. | Use |
| {COMPANY_NAME} | Adds the Company Name. | Use |
| {PORTAL_NAME} | Adds the application portals name. | Use |
| {MEMBER_NAME} | Adds the Recipients Membership name. | Use |
| {SIGNATURE_OPT_IN} | Adds the Opt-in link. | Use |
| {SIGNATURE_OPT_OUT} | Add the opt-out link. | Use |
| %signature% | Adds your preferred signature block. | Use |
| {Event_Start_Date} | Adds the Event's Start Date.(Events Only) | Use |
| {Event_End_Date} | Adds the Event's End Date.(Events Only) | Use |
| {Event_Name} | Adds the Event's Name.(Events Only) | Use |
| {Event_Description} | Adds the Event's Description.(Events Only) | Use |
| {Online_Training_Description} | Adds the Online Training Description.(Online Training Only) | Use |
| {Event_Specific_Dates} | Adds the Event's specific dates.(Events Only) | Use |
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| {Event_Name} | Adds the Event's Name.(Events Only) | Use |
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| {Online_Training_Description} | Adds the Online Training Description.(Online Training Only) | Use |
| {Event_Specific_Dates} | Adds the Event's specific dates.(Events Only) | Use |
| {member_number} | Adds the Membership Number. | Use |
| {MemberSince} | Adds the Member Since Date. | Use |
| {CONTACTEMAIL} | Adds the organization email address used as the "From" address for other membership-related emails (e.g., new member welcome emails). Manage email addresses here. | Use |
| {CERTIFICATE_NUMBER} | Adds the Contact's Certificate Number | Use |
| {EVENTLOCATION} | Adds the Event's Location. | Use |
| {TOTALEVENTCREDITS} | The total number of credits that the contact has earned through the event tickets and workshops. | Use |
| {ASAPPEARSONBADGE} | Display the text of as appears field in the event setup. | Use |
| {contact_organization} | Displays the organization name of the contact. | Use |
| {RENEWALDATE} | Adds the Member Renewal Date in (yyyy-mm-dd). | Use |
| {MEMBERSHIP_YEAR} | Adds the Member's Membership Year | Use |
| {RENEWALDATE_MM-DD-YYYY} | Adds the Member Renewal Date in (mm-dd-yyyy). | Use |
| {LMS_CREDIT} | The number of credits the LMS course is worth for Continuing Education | Use |
| {COLLECTION_PERIOD_END-DATE_YYYY_MM_DD} | The end date of the CE collection period end date | Use |
| {LMS_COURSE_COMPLETION_DATE} | The completion date of the LMS course | Use |
| {INCEPTION_DATE} | Adds the Member Inception Date in (yyyy-mm-dd). | Use |
| {EVENT_END-DATE_MONTH_YYYY} | Adds Event End Date in Full Month Name and Year Format.(Events Only) | Use |
| {EVENT_END-DATE_MONTH_YYYY_ADD3} | Adds Event End Date in Full Month Name and Year Format Plus 3 Years.(Events Only) | Use |
| {WORKSHOP_NAME} | Adds the workshop name (if applicable) | Use |
| {WORKSHOP_DESCRIPTION} | Adds the workshop description (if applicable) | Use |
| {WORKSHOP_CREDITS} | Adds the workshop credit for related workshop (if applicable) | Use |
| {TOTALWORKSHOPCREDITS} | Adds the sum of all workshop credits for related event (if applicable) | Use |
| {Event_Start_Date_DD-MM-YYYY} | Adds the Event's Start Date in (dd-mm-yyyy).(Events Only) | Use |
| {Event_End_Date_DD-MM-YYYY} | Adds the Event's End Date in (dd-mm-yyyy).(Events Only) | Use |
| {RENEWALDATE_DD-MM-YYYY} | Adds the Member Renewal Date in (dd-mm-yyyy). | Use |
| {RENEWAL_DATE_MONTH_DD_YYYY} | Adds the Member Renewal Date in (Month Dth, yyyy). | Use |
| {INCEPTIONDATE_DD-MM-YYYY} | Adds the Member Inception Date in (dd-mm-yyyy). | Use |
| {TODAYSDATE} | Adds the current date. | Use |
| {TODAYSYEAR} | Adds the current year. | Use |
| {QR_CODE} | Adds the QR Code for their contactID, name, and emailAddress | Use |
| {WORKSHOP_DATE} | The date of the workshop (if applicable). | Use |
| {WORKSHOP_START_TIME} | The start time of the workshop (if applicable). | Use |
| {WORKSHOP_END_TIME} | The end time of the workshop (if applicable). | Use |
| {MEMBEREMAIL} | Adds the Member's Email Address. | Use |
| {INCEPTIONDATE_DD_MONTH_YYYY} | Adds the Member Inception Date in (Day Month Year). - eg. 27 October 2025 | Use |
| {RENEWAL_DATE_DD_MONTH_YYYY} | Adds the Member Renewal Date in (Day Month Year). - eg. 27 October 2025 | Use |
| {Event_Start_Date_MM-DD-YYYY} | Adds the Event's Start Date in (mm-dd-yyyy).(Events Only) | Use |
| {Event_End_Date_MM-DD-YYYY} | Adds the Event's End Date in (mm-dd-yyyy).(Events Only) | Use |
Part 1 of the WBA's The Art of Trial Series
Sponsored by: WBA Criminal Law Forum
Co-sponsor:Venable
Tell the Story, Win the Case: Openings and Case Theory is Part 1 of a comprehensive trial skills program focused on the foundation of effective advocacy.
In this session, two experienced criminal defense lawyers guide participants through the essential process of developing a compelling case theory and transforming it into a clear, persuasive opening statement. From identifying the story that explains the evidence to structuring and delivering an opening that resonates with jurors, this presentation breaks down what successful trial lawyers do before the first witness is called.
Participants will gain practical insights into:
- Building a coherent case theory that drives trial strategy
- Drafting an opening statement that is clear, credible, and persuasive
- Delivering the opening with confidence and purpose
Designed for lawyers at all stages of practice, this program emphasizes practical skills, real-world examples, and techniques participants can immediately apply in the courtroom.
Speakers:
Jacqueline Cadman, Partner, Brown Goldstein & Levy
Paulette Pagan, Partner, Price Benowitz
Event Cost:
Members $20
Non-members $30
Student Members $15
About the Art of Trial Series
The WBA's Art of Trial Series offers practical, courtroom-tested techniques and trial skills you can use immediately. Designed for lawyers at all stages of practice..
Refunds can only be processed for cancellations received more than two business days prior to the event.
The WBA is a nonpartisan organization. The opinions and positions expressed by any program speaker are theirs alone and do not necessarily reflect the views of the WBA.
The WBA regularly hosts programs for the education and enjoyment of its members and guests. The WBA is committed to ensuring that its employees, members, and guests are able to conduct their activities free from harassment or intimidation. The WBA, in its sole discretion, therefore reserves the right to deny access or to remove any attendee.
Tell the Story, Win the Case: Openings and Case Theory
- Tuesday Apr 28 2026, 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
-
Venable LLP
600 Massachusetts Ave NW
Washington, District of Columbia
United States
20001
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