Comments on Myron’s “Winning Appeals and Writs” CLE
“Learn from an expert how to handle appeals from beginning to end.”
— Joanne C. Parrilli (ret.), Court of Appeal, First District
“Having sat on several moot court appellate panels with Professor Moskovitz, I can only observe that for the aspiring appellate lawyer, spending time with Professor Moskovitz is a must. His insight on what makes for persuasive appellate advocacy is born of a lifetime of educating great lawyers. He knows what counts in making effective oral arguments and how to deliver the message in the most persuasive manner. If winning is important to you, Myron Moskovitz is an essential part of your training and preparation.”
— Judge Ronald M. Sabraw (ret.), Alameda County Superior Court, Complex Litigation Dept.
“Professor Moskovitz is a real pro on appeals; he knows the law and, equally importantly, the tactical aspects of successful appeals.”
— Judge Robert Baines (ret), Santa Clara County Superior Court
“Briefs win appeals. Prof. Moskovitz teaches how to brief. Nuts and bolts and more, and not the same tired tool-kit you get from conventional speakers. Do you want to win?”
— Don Willenburg, National Appellate Practice Group leader, Gordon & Rees LLP; Past chair, Appellate Practice Section, Bar Assn. of San Francisco
“The renowned Prof. Moskovitz assisted our team in preparing an oral argument in the California Supreme Court, a venerable and challenging forum for any advocate. On short notice, he and his class staged a moot court. Professor Moskovitz administered “tough love” homing in on every weakness and dissecting the planned presentation with great skill, high energy and good cheer. He lived up to his reputation as an authority on advocacy and the ‘person to see’ on California appeals. And, yes, with the retooled argument, our side won the day.”
— Jonathan W. Cuneo, Esq., Washington, D.C.
“Professor Moskovitz uses his talent and experience to help you prevail on appeal. His approach to written argument is outstanding and essential for trial and appellate advocates.”
— Judge Ken Kawaichi (ret.), Alameda County Superior Court
“Myron appeared before me when I was an active judge. His briefs were always clear, concise and persuasive. Myron brings his intelligence, experience, and insights to the development of a winning appellate practice.”
— Judge Demetrios Agretelis (ret.), Alameda County Superior Court
“Myron has an amazing ability to put himself in the shoes (and robes) of a judge. He quickly identifies the issues that are at the heart of an appeal and focuses on them. Myron’s incisive questioning during a moot court session was key to the oral argument of which I am most proud in my career – my argument in the California Supreme Court in the Marriage Cases.”
— Therese M. Stewart, Chief Deputy City Attorney, City & County of San Francisco
“Myron is truly the ‘lawyer’s lawyer’ to whom we have turned in assessing and preparing our most important appellate cases. Myron’s courses have been invaluable to our briefing and argument preparation. Participating in Myron’s course work is the equivalent of getting a practice run in front of the appellant bench and is a distinct advantage for trial lawyers who jump into the appellate arena.”
— Paul J. Barulich, Esq., San Mateo
“Winning on appeal requires two skills: (1) knowing what will make the difference to the panel you’re appearing before and (2) making your arguments on the issues that matter as simple, sharp, and persuasive as possible. I know from seeing Myron Moskovitz in action that he not only has these skills, but knows how to impart them to his students.”
— Henry Willis, Esq., Schwartz, Steinsapir, Dohrmann & Sommers, LLP, Los Angeles
“Myron tells it like it is inside the courts of appeal – what’s important and what’s not.”
— Alan Charles Dell’Ario, Esq., Certified Specialist in Appellate Law, San Francisco
“Myron Moskovitz is a talented writer and a fine teacher. His moot courts, where he stocks the bench with prominent lawyers, law professors and judges, are a wonderful resource for lawyers arguing big cases in front of unfamiliar jurists.”
— Matt Braner, Esq., San Diego
“Myron’s advice and assistance was spot-on in helping me prepare for oral argument before the California Supreme Court.”
— Manuel J. Baglanis, Esq., El Cerrito
“Professor Moskovitz has true insight into the appellate process that will help make your brief outstanding, that will invigorate your oral argument, and put you in position to win your case.”
— J. Wilder Lee, Esq., San Francisco
“Over the years, I have attended many seminars concerning both trial and appellate court advocacy. I have found Prof. Moskovitz’s presentation insightful and useful. He combines years as an appellate litigator with years as a law school professor to provide real training in what persuades an appellate court. His concise book, Winning and Appeal is also a useful reminder on how to prepare, present and prevail in your appellate case.”
— Kevin Lancaster, Esq., San Francisco
“Professor Moskovitz provided thoughtful insight into the case and the mind of judiciary. Professor Moskovitz is a distinguished appellate advocate and his willingness to share his expertise makes any participant a formidable advocate.”
— Johannah Hartley, Deputy County Counsel, Kings County