Skip to Main Content

Need Training?

Our training team includes both former practitioners and professional educators with years of experience in teaching guideline application, sentencing procedure, and case law. Click the “Meet the Trainers” button below to get to know our training staff!

 
We conduct in-person and virtual training sessions for all those connected to federal sentencing including judges, law clerks, probation officers, defense attorneys, prosecutors, and others. Our staff will work closely with you to develop an agenda customized to address your training needs. We will train the whole “court family” or conduct separate training sessions for each group according to your preference.

We train guideline users with all levels of experience – from brand new practitioners to those with decades of federal sentencing experience.

How do I Schedule Training?

Arranging a training session with the Commission’s training staff is easy! Simply click the “Request Training” button below to fill out a training request form or contact Senior Sentencing Specialist Lori Baker at lbaker@ussc.gov / (202) 502-4606. Lori will work with you to discuss your training needs and select a date for your program. Once your training session is scheduled, the assigned trainer(s) will contact you to finalize the agenda.

Is Continuing Legal Education Credit Available?

Our training sessions may be eligible for continuing legal education (CLE) credit in your jurisdiction. We recommend that you contact your state’s bar association for information about CLE requirements.
Disclaimer
Please be advised that information provided by the Commission’s staff is offered to assist in understanding and applying the sentencing guidelines. The information does not necessarily represent the official position of the Commission, should not be considered definitive, and is not binding upon the Commission, the court, or the parties in any case.
Release 1.0