http://www.probono.net/deathpenalty/news/article.373477-Annual_Habeas_Corpus_Training_for_Capital_PostConviction_Attorneys
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Kevin McGrew, PhD
Educational Psychologist
An attempt to provide understandable and up-to-date information regarding intelligence testing, intelligence theories, personal competence, adaptive behavior and intellectual disability (mental retardation) as they relate to death penalty (capital punishment) issues. A particular focus will be on psychological measurement, statistical and psychometric issues.
This free program offers 5.0 CLE credits* and is for attorneys who currently represent or are considering representation a capital client in habeas proceedings. This five hour (9 a.m. to 2 p.m.) CLE program features nationally-recognized death penalty and habeas corpus experts. The program will include a review of recent Supreme Court decisions, a panel on cutting edge legal issues in habeas practice, and an exercise focusing on ethical considerations faced by habeas lawyers. There will also be two simultaneous sessions on habeas corpus, with one session for attorneys new to habeas work and one for more experienced attorneys. The session will be followed by a luncheon with a keynote address.
For more information and to register, please contact Muhammad U. Faridi at (212) 336-1282 or mfaridi@pbwt.com.