Annual DUI Defense Update: Tools for the Toolbox - 6 CLE / 1 E - 2025
- ICLEF
- Oct 6
- 2 min read
Updated: Nov 12

Annual DUI Defense Update: Tools for the Toolbox
6 CLE / 1 E - On Demand Seminar
Overview:
Indiana attorneys who handle DUI cases won’t want to miss this informative and timely seminar on DUI Defense. Designed to strengthen both knowledge and courtroom skills, the program will cover critical topics including BMV Issues & Answers, Blood Test Basics & Procedures, Mitigation Services, and strategies for crafting persuasive Opening & Closing Statements. In addition, participants will gain valuable guidance on Ethical Considerations unique to DUI defense practice. This seminar offers the insights needed to better serve clients and navigate complex issues. Don’t miss this valuable opportunity, join us November 5th for the Annual DUI Defense Update.
Topics:
Welcome & Introduction
– Shaunda Lynch, Chair
BMV Issues & Answers
– Matt Kestian & Chris Palmer
Blood Test Basics & Procedures
– Charles Rathburn & John Watkins
Death & Serious Bodily Injury Cases
– Todd Sallee
Mitigation Services
– Aftan Archer
Opening & Closing Statements
– Matt Kroes
Ethical Considerations in DUI Defense Cases
– Timothy Sledd
Faculty:
Shaunda Lynch, Program Chair
Foster, O’Daniel, Hambidge & Lynch LLP, Evansville
Aftan Archer
LCSW/ Mitigation Specialist, Indianapolis
Matthew Kestian
Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles, Indianapolis
Matthew E. Kroes
Marc Lopez Law Firm, Indianapolis
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Chris Palmer
Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles, Indianapolis
Charles J. Rathburn
Rathburn Law Office PC, Indianapolis
Todd Sallee
Sallee Law LLC, Indianapolis
Timothy M. Sledd
Chief Public Defender, Lawrence County, Bedford
John Watkin
Watkins Law Firm, Auburn
Annual DUI Defense Update: Tools for the Toolbox
6 CLE / 1 E - On Demand Seminar
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