Elements of trial practice
Subtitle: hundreds of techniques and tips for trial lawyers
By: Peter D. Polchinski
Edition: 2nd ed.
Publisher: Lawyers & Judges Pub. Co.
Published: 2012
Place of publication: Tucson, Az
Language: eng
ISBN-13: 9781933264691
Subjects: Trial practice
Notes: Includes index.
Table of contents: title: Ask non-leading questions; title: Ask closed-ended questions; title: Use simple words; title: Omit unnecessary headers; title: Use transitions and looping; title: Provide visual images; title: Introduce conversations or their results; title: Write your questions; title: Take command of the witness and the courtroom; title: Conduct re-direct when necessary; title: Read deposition testimony effectively at trial; title: Have your exhibit marked for identification; title: Ask the proper foundation questions and have your exhibit admitted in evidence; title: Use the exhibit; title: Refresh recollection and admit recorded recollection; title: Tell the truth and keep your composure; title: Conduct short, multiple prep sessions; title: Cover the facts; title: Prepare the witness for direct and cross-examination; title: Be fearless; title: Prepare before trial; title: Evaluate your witness; title: Write your questions; title: Listen to the direct; title: Obtain admissions and corroborate before you attack; title: Do not ask questions-state facts; title: Use repetitive strings; title: Impeach with prior inconsistent statements; title: Cross-examine the witness with poise and confidence; title: Determine whether you need an expert; title: Learn the subject; title: Prepare for cross-examination; title: Cross-examine the expert with poise and confidence; title: Conduct a clear and persuasive direct; title: Argue your case in the opening statement; title: Organize and write your opening; title: Talk to the jury; title: Always argue affirmatively; title: Avoid common errors; title: Summation; title: Prepare your summation before and during trial; title: Write and edit your summation; title: Argue your case forcefully, clearly and persuasively; title: Prepare your requests to charge; title: Argue the required motions for judgment; title: Jury selection; title: Select jurors who will listen to you; title: Learn the court's rules for jury selection; title: Consider basic juror profiles; title: Write your most important questions; title: Present yourself and your case to the jury panel; title: Ethics and courtroom protocol; title: Hold yourself to the highest ethical standards; title: Establish a good relationship with the judge; title: Learn the rules of evidence.