“Law School:” ‘My Cousin Vinny’ style

Who needs law school when you have the great Vincent Gambini?

Most people find the legal system boring and confusing – with good reason. But lawsuits do not need to be a mystery. The 1992 film My Cousin Vinny and Patrick O’Rourke, University Counsel for CU and an experienced litigator, can help solve the puzzle.

At the upcoming Edu-Talks, you’ll learn everything you need to know about litigation with help from your favorite lawyer, Vincent Gambini (Joe Pesci) and his quick-witted fiancé, Mona Lisa Vito (Marissa Tomei). Using examples from the film, CU’s University Counsel will help you understand how a trial works and provide guidance on whether or not to pursue or defend a lawsuit.

Registered attorneys who attend can receive one general continuing legal education (CLE) credit. A course number to register credits with the Colorado Bar Association will be available on site.

Litigation: A Long Story Made Short with Patrick O’Rourke

Tuesday, August 8

11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.

$55 all-inclusive networking, lunch and program

Everything you need to know about litigation explained over lunch–Cousin Vinny style.

Patrick O’Rourke is the vice president, University Counsel, secretary of the Board of Regents of the University of Colorado and an adjunct faculty member at the University of Colorado School of Law and University of Colorado School of Public Health, regularly teaching in the fields of advocacy and ethics.

The EduTalks Series serves up interactive, stimulating and mind-expanding professional education from leading University of Colorado subject matter experts. Discover new insights to help you lead, build business and inspire teams – all over a chef prepared world-class lunch.