2026 Los Cabos

Enjoy a day at leisure in Los Cabos, where you can relax on beautiful beaches, explore the vibrant marina, or take in the region’s stunning coastal scenery and world-class dining at your own pace. For those looking to add more adventure, a wide variety of optional excursions—like snorkeling, boating, and sightseeing—are available and can be booked here: Excursions LINK

The story of the Alex Murdaugh Murder Trial is a story of substance abuse, disregard for lawyer ethics, and murder. And yes, the three are related. From small town USA, the Murdaugh family controlled Hampton County law for almost 100 years. Corners were cut. Misdeeds ignored. Could this include murder? A jury, after hearing about Alex Murdaugh’s ethical violations and the facts surrounding the murder of his wife and son, convicted him of first-degree murder in less than 3 hours. This amazing story, that grabbed America’s attention like no other recent case save People v. OJ, is a cautionary tale about the dangerous lures of power, greed and substance abuse in the practice of law.

In the freezing winter of 2022, Boston Police Officer John O’Keefe was found dead in a snowbank outside a fellow officer’s home. His girlfriend, Karen Read, was accused of killing him with her SUV and leaving him to die. What followed were two high-profile trials — the first ending in a mistrial, the second in a full acquittal — that captured national attention and became a masterclass in the art of creating reasonable doubt.

In this engaging, story-driven CLE, we’ll walk through both trials, analyze the prosecution’s and defense’s theories, compare the two proceedings, and break down the strategies that led to the ultimate not-guilty verdict. Along the way, you’ll gain practical trial tips for defending circumstantial murder cases, managing pretrial publicity, and leveraging jury instructions to your advantage.

This 3-hour program provides an in-depth examination of the high-profile 2004 murder trial of Scott Peterson for the December 2002 killing of his pregnant wife, Laci Peterson, and their unborn son, Conner. Built entirely on circumstantial evidence, the case explores investigative focus on the spouse, intense media saturation, jury selection and misconduct issues, prosecution and defense strategies in the absence of direct physical evidence, fetal homicide laws, and significant post-conviction developments, including the overturning of the death sentence, resentencing, and ongoing innocence claims.

Spend another relaxing day at leisure in Los Cabos, perfect for unwinding by the pool, exploring local shops and culture, or enjoying the area’s renowned cuisine and ocean views at your own pace. If you’d like to make the most of your time, you can browse and book additional excursions—such as whale watching, desert tours, or sunset cruises—here: Excursions LINK

This class examines the sensational 2013 murder trial of Jodi Arias for the June 2008 killing of her ex-boyfriend, Travis Alexander, in Mesa, Arizona. The case featured graphic evidence, shifting defenses (from denial to intruder story to self-defense), extensive media coverage including live televising, aggressive prosecution tactics, expert testimony on domestic violence, premeditation disputes, and multiple hung juries in the penalty phase. Participants will explore investigative breakthroughs via digital forensics, trial strategies, ethical issues in high-visibility cases, and ongoing post-conviction developments as of early 2026.

After being explained the facts of a real case, the attorney will be presented with a deal. Should the attorney take the deal … or take his or her chance at trial? We will cover inappropriate contact with jurors, fist fighting judges, lying attorneys, inappropriate romantic interludes with clients, substance abuse, and much more.

Enjoy a final morning at Hyatt Ziva Los Cabos before departing. Check-out time is 12:00pm.