Handling Your Evidence. Persuasive closing arguments provide a detailed description of the party's evidence. The strengths of favorable evidence are reinforced. Where possible, weak or potentially damaging evidence is addressed by putting it in the best light. Attacking Your Opponent's Case.
Closing arguments attack the opponent's case, highlighting the weaknesses in the opponent's case.
Any failures to deliver on promises made during the opening statement are revealed. The jurors' memory for inconsistent, contradictory, and otherwise damaging evidence in the opponent's case is refreshed. Finally, anticipating the opponent's arguments or addressing them, once raised, serves to defuse them. Discussing Jury Instructions and Duties. The relationship between the party's evidence and important legal standards and the duties of jurors is presented in a persuasive manner.