Should you capitalize the word pre-trial conference?

You generally don't capitalize "pre-trial conference" unless it's the first word of a sentence or part of a formal title.

Here's why:

* It's a common phrase: "Pre-trial conference" is a standard legal term, not a proper noun.

* It's not a specific event: While there might be a specific pre-trial conference, the term itself isn't unique or formal enough to warrant capitalization.

Examples:

* Incorrect: We will attend the Pre-Trial Conference on Friday.

* Correct: We will attend the pre-trial conference on Friday.

* Incorrect: The judge set the Pre-Trial Conference for next week.

* Correct: The judge set the pre-trial conference for next week.

Exceptions:

* Formal Titles: If "Pre-Trial Conference" is part of a formal title (like a document title), you would capitalize it. For example: "Order Setting Pre-Trial Conference."

* First Word of a Sentence: As always, you capitalize the first word of a sentence.

Let me know if you have any other questions about capitalization!