Do No Harm: Cross-Examination of Defendant in Medical Malpractice
How do the TLC methods apply to medica malpractice cases? These cases aren’t just like any other — they come with unique hurdles, high stakes, and powerful opponents. Join us in Salt Lake City for a deep dive into the challenges of medical malpractice litigation, with a focus this year on crossing defendant doctors, nurses, and hospital administrators.
In our newest TLC training, you'll learn from TLC faculty with leads Paula Estefan and Render Freeman, who bring years of experience and success in this demanding arena. As a special bonus, Lloyd Bell — Inner Circle member, TLC graduate, and one of the most accomplished medical malpractice trial lawyers in the country — will share how he used TLC methods to secure an $18.3 million verdict for a Georgia widow in 2025.
BOOK OWN HOTEL ROOM AT TLC GROUP RATE.
January 19-22, 2026
The Peery Hotel, Salt Lake City, Utah
The TLC Difference
Medical malpractice cases are about people. You will uncover the human story behind the records and cross witnesses with an elevated sense of connection.
Learning from Experience
Our faculty have walked this path and won against hospitals, doctors, and powerful institutions. They’ll share the strategies and skills you need to do the same.
Face the Challenge Together
These cases are tough, expensive, and often isolating. At TLC, you’ll find a community of trial lawyers who know the fight and will stand with you in it.
Faculty Lead
Paula Estefan
Paula Elliott is a seasoned attorney specializing in medical malpractice law in Texas. With 35 years of experience, she has built a distinguished career advocating for clients who have suffered due to medical negligence. Throughout her practice, Paula has gained a reputation for her deep understanding of the complexities of medical law, a commitment to justice, and an unwavering dedication to her clients. Her extensive experience has made her a trusted legal expert in the field, and she continues to provide top-tier legal representation for those in need of advocacy in medical malpractice cases.
Faculty Lead
Render C. Freeman
For more than 25 years, Render C. Freeman has devoted his career to holding wrongdoers accountable and seeking justice for families facing tragedy. With deep experience in medical malpractice, nursing home abuse, trucking, and wrongful death cases, he takes on only a few clients at a time so he can give each case his full attention. A nationally recognized trial lawyer, Render serves on the faculty of the Trial Lawyers College and has taught lawyers across the country. His unique background as both a defense and plaintiffs’ attorney gives him rare insight into how juries decide cases — and how to win them.
What You’ll Do and Learn
Medical malpractice cases aren’t just about medicine — they’re about people. TLC methods help you uncover the human story behind the records and cross the witnesses with truth and connection.
Cross Examination
The TLC Method for Cross Examination trains trial lawyers to apply the psychodramatic methods that improve listening skills and therefore the ability to understand and empathize with everyone in the courtroom, including opposing witnesses. The TLC Method provides trial attorneys the rare and important opportunity to not only build credibility but also transform an opposing witness into a witness for their client.
ALL TIMES are in Mountain Standard Time
January 19-22, 2026
Specific session times to come shortly.The Peery Hotel, Salt Lake City, Utah
Built in 1910, the Peery hotel features early Prairie and Classical Revival architecture alongside a collection of vintage-inspired and antique furnishings. Only a 30-minute drive from Salt Lake City International Airport. Please note - the Sundance Festival starts January 22nd. Attendees will be responsible for booking their own hotel rooms using the group rate link provided upon registration.
Cancellation Policy
Given the high cost of providing courses with highly training faculty and at easily accessible venues nationwide TLC will follow a strict cancellation policy. To lessen the impact of this change in policy on our tribe, we offer the following options:
1. In the case where a student needs to cancel, they have 31 days prior to the course to cancel and receive a full refund. If it is after the 31-day deadline, to receive a full refund they may contact TLCfinance@triallawyerscollege.org with the name of a replacement student who is prepared to take their place. This is especially important to cover the cost of the committed expenses. After the replacement student completes registration including full payment, a full refund will be processed.
2. If no replacement is found for the reserved spot prior to the program, we will apply 50% of the paid tuition as a credit towards a future program, to be used within one year, and use the other 50% towards the already incurred expenses. If you have any questions, please contact TLCfinance@triallawyerscollege.org.
To Make This Course the Most Impactful It Can Be, Space Is Limited To 24 Participants
Tuition Includes: TLC method training in both large and small group and meals as indicated on the agenda. Attendees must secure their own transportation and hotel room.
Course Fee: $3,000 - Tuition does not include lodging. Once registered, you'll receive a link to book your room at a TLC group rate of $169++. Deadline to reserve your room is December 29, 2025.
Deadline to Register: December 5, 2025 11:59
Please email Molly@triallawyerscollege.org for assistance.
ADA Accommodations Deadline: December 5, 2025
No Financial Assistance available for this program.
Accreditation will be applied for through the Utah Supreme Court
Attendees will be responsible for submitting CLE credit approval to their state licensing department upon completion. TLC will provide all pertinent documentation needed for you to submit to your state for accreditation. Course Attendance will be monitored by faculty.
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- Learn to inspire and persuade every audience, every time
- Break out of your comfort zone in a small group structure
- Experience real cases
- Find collaboration and connection with a network of peers
- Uplevel your skill and craft
Testimonials
"As the leaders in the teaching spaces, we have the best opportunity to really walk the talk of what we teach, specifically encouraging trust and permission to do deep work, creating space for diverse points of view, and ensuring equity and inclusion of all participants."
- TLC Alum
“I can't even begin to express the full impact of what TLC has done to me as a student. Because I teach so much, I am constantly refining my understanding of the method and making it my own— evolving it to a deeper understanding of why it works."
- TLC Alum
“TLC was life-changing, and probably saved my relationship (now marriage) for the better. I became a better human being, and as a result, I became a better lawyer."
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