legal Education & training
Sign up for class action resources and training designed for lawyers protecting the interests of the 99%
The Impact Fund provides training for public interest lawyers on a wide range of issues. Our training programs cover beginning and advanced litigation and class action topics, including class action procedure, brief writing, working with expert witnesses, attorneys’ fees, legal ethics, and new developments in the field. We provide training in a variety of formats, including in-person presentations, brown bag lunches, online zoom events, our annual Class Action Conference, and our three-day intensive Class Action Training Institute. As a State-Bar funded Support Center, we are available to provide onsite or virtual training for qualified legal services projects on these and other topics without charge.
Some examples of what we offer:
Effective Legal Writing – A public-interest approach to legal writing, including writing for busy readers, working in a team, and effective scheduling to achieve a persuasive final product.
Litigation 101 - Welcome to Lawyerland – An introduction to civil litigation, including a guided tour through the lifespan of a case, court structure, and appellate review.
Writing Effective Amicus Briefs – A primer on amicus strategy and considerations, including when to write, what issues to tackle, and who to team up with.
Planning and Budgeting for Complex Litigation – Practical advice for investigating, staffing, and planning for complex cases.
Recent Developments in LGBTQ Anti-Discrimination Law – Up-to-the-minute updates on the state and federal laws protecting LGBTQ people, including employees and students, as well as informed recommendations for creating a welcoming environment for LGBTQ employees and clients.
To inquire about training opportunities, please contact us.
