Andrew L. Oringer
Partner, General Counsel | The Wagner Law Group
Scott Piekarsky
Principal | Offit KurmanTactics for Civility: Navigating Litigation with Disruptive Counsel | Live Webinar
Broadcast Date: Friday, January 9, 2026, 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM (ET) | On-Demand 24 hrs later
Incivility in legal proceedings is becoming increasingly common, with a perception that some attorneys are even employing disruptive tactics that test the limits of professional conduct. This program offers practical strategies and legal insights to help attorneys remain composed, ethical and effective when faced with unprofessional behavior in court or otherwise during litigation.
Attendees will learn about tools to respond tactfully, uphold courtroom integrity and advocate strongly without unduly escalating conflict. Designed to foster professionalism in adversarial settings, the session will feature actionable guidance for the litigation setting on how to navigate challenging courtroom dynamics.
Key Topics:
- Recognizing and managing disruptive behavior during litigation
- Balancing assertive advocacy with ethical obligations and civility aspirations
- Diffusing tension and maintaining control in high-conflict scenarios
- Utilizing procedural tools and judicial intervention to address misconduct
- Considering the impact of incivility on case outcomes and legal reputations
Agenda:
Andrew L. Oringer, Partner, General Counsel, The Wagner Law Group
&
Scott Piekarsky, Principal, Offit Kurman
Welcome & Introduction (5 min)
Interview Format: Andrew interviewing Scott (45 mins)
- Recognizing and managing disruptive behavior during litigation
- Balancing assertive advocacy with ethical obligations and civility aspirations
- Diffusing tension and maintaining control in high-conflict scenarios
- Utilizing procedural tools and judicial intervention to address misconduct
- Considering the impact of incivility on case outcomes and legal reputations
Q&A with Speakers (10 mins)
Who Should Attend:
- Trial lawyers and litigators
- Legal ethics and compliance professionals
- In-house counsel involved in litigation management
- Judicial officers and court administrators
- Law firm risk management and professional development teams
Credit:
Course Level: Intermediate | Advance Preparation: Print and review course materials
Method of Presentation: Live Webinar | Prerequisite: None
Course Code: 1411483 | Total Credit: 1.0
CLE Credit:
CA CLE 1.0 Civility in the Legal Profession – Approved Until: 6/30/2025
PA CLE 1.0 Ethics – Approved Until: 8/14/2026
VT CLE 1.0 Ethics – Approved Until: 12/31/2025
NJ CLE 1.2 Ethics – Credits through Reciprocity
NY CLE 1.0 Ethics and Professionalism – Credits through Reciprocity
AR CLE 1.0 Ethics – Credits through Reciprocity
CT CLE 1.0 Ethics – Credits through Reciprocity
NH CLE 1.0 Ethics – Meets the requirements of NH Supreme Court Rule 53
Pending CLE Application:
MS, GA, TN, WI
Self-Apply:
AL, CO, DE, FL, ID, IL, IN, IO, KS, KY, LA, NC, ME, MN, MT, NE, NV, NM, ND, OH, OK, OR, SC, TX, UT, VA, WA, WV, WY
If you’d like us to apply for CLE, you may opt to pay the CLE processing fee here.
No MCLE Requirements:
DC, MD, MA, MI, SD
Not Eligible for CLE:
AK, AZ, HI, IL