An edition of Elements of trial practice
(2012)
Elements of trial practice
hundreds of techniques and tips for trial lawyers
2nd ed.
by Peter D. Polchinski
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Elements of trial practice: hundreds of techniques and tips for trial lawyers
2012, Lawyers & Judges Pub. Co.
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Table of Contents
Ask non-leading questions
Ask closed-ended questions
Use simple words
Omit unnecessary headers
Use transitions and looping
Provide visual images
Introduce conversations or their results
Write your questions
Take command of the witness and the courtroom
Conduct re-direct when necessary
Read deposition testimony effectively at trial
Have your exhibit marked for identification
Ask the proper foundation questions and have your exhibit admitted in evidence
Use the exhibit
Refresh recollection and admit recorded recollection
Tell the truth and keep your composure
Conduct short, multiple prep sessions
Cover the facts
Prepare the witness for direct and cross-examination
Be fearless
Prepare before trial
Evaluate your witness
Write your questions
Listen to the direct
Obtain admissions and corroborate before you attack
Do not ask questions-state facts
Use repetitive strings
Impeach with prior inconsistent statements
Cross-examine the witness with poise and confidence
Determine whether you need an expert
Learn the subject
Prepare for cross-examination
Cross-examine the expert with poise and confidence
Conduct a clear and persuasive direct
Argue your case in the opening statement
Organize and write your opening
Talk to the jury
Always argue affirmatively
Avoid common errors
Summation
Prepare your summation before and during trial
Write and edit your summation
Argue your case forcefully, clearly and persuasively
Prepare your requests to charge
Argue the required motions for judgment
Jury selection
Select jurors who will listen to you
Learn the court's rules for jury selection
Consider basic juror profiles
Write your most important questions
Present yourself and your case to the jury panel
Ethics and courtroom protocol
Hold yourself to the highest ethical standards
Establish a good relationship with the judge
Learn the rules of evidence.
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