Monthly Attorney Orientation
For Lawyers who are New to Indigent Defense
Beginning August 1, IDS staff will provide orientation for new attorneys on the first Friday of each month from 1-2 p.m.
Topics will include a guided tour of the IDS website, information on training and CLE opportunities, access to wellness resources and more. You will also be able to connect with other defense attorneys for future collaboration!
2026 Education and Mental Health Series
2026 IDS Forensic Science Education Series
IDS and the Mecklenburg Public Defender’s Office provide regular continuing education to dozens of NC criminal defense and parent attorneys, investigators, and mitigation specialists who attend the IDS Forensic Science Education Series.
In 2026, we will offer monthly 90-minute webinars on various aspects of forensic evidence. These webinars will take place typically at 12:30 pm on the first Thursday of each month. Click here to view the 2026 Schedule.
The first six sessions of 2026 will focus on understanding and advocating for neurodivergent clients.
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Mastering voir dire Cross Examination in Pregnancy
Join the NACDL for an intensive one-day (FREE) CLE event tailored to sharpen your litigation skills with a special focus on the criminalization of abortion and pregnancy loss cases. Delve into the intricacies of voir dire and cross-examination under the guidance of esteemed national faculty and gain invaluable insight from practicing your skills with mock jurors. ***Space is limited so register now to reserve your spot!
LOCATION: North Carolina Central University School of Law, Durham, NC
DATE: May 18, 2024
TIME: 8:30 am – 5:30 pm ET
COST: FREE (registration is required)
CLE Credit: Up to 7.5 credits where approved
