A pretrial conference is a meeting before a trial where the lawyers and sometimes the judge discuss and prepare for the upcoming trial. Full definition
Served as counsel for four pro bono clients on behalf of the firm, including appearing at pretrial conferences (scarincihollenbeck.com)
I have set out some sign posts for navigating the conduct of pretrial conferences in Alberta that I hope will contribute to the ongoing discussions among members of the criminal defence bar. (claytonrice.com)
The judge already uses the Internet to conduct online pretrial conferences with lawyers, and the court's home page invites visitors to sign up to receive Kimbler's weekly e-mail updates. (lawsitesblog.com)