The Art and Science of Trial Advocacy, Second Edition, guides the reader through the trial process, suggesting techniques and strategies for each stage of the trial process--pretrial, trial, and post-trial motions; jury selection; opening statements; direct and cross-examination; and closing arguments. Included are illustrative transcripts explaining how to use the various techniques in an actual case, detailed guidance on the effective use of expert witnesses, and practical direction on the incorporation of exhibits and demonstrative evidence into case presentations. The book discusses basic principles of effective communication and persuasion, including the importance of the advocate's credibility and examples of how to develop case presentations that maximize the persuasive impact on judges and juries. The appendix includes the Federal Rules of Evidence. Additionally, the new Second Edition: Recognizes how the rapid development of technology and its use in the courtroom has changed the way trials are conducted and the way lawyers present evidence and argue to the jury. Discusses the use of technology in the courtroom. Includes materials describing the technology now available to trial lawyers as they prepare and present evidence; and Provides "Tech Tips" on how technology might be used to enhance advocacy at various points of the trial.

"A trial is a story-the story of your client's truth, and there is an art to storytelling. To succeed, your story must mesmerize, entertain, and persuade the jury throughout every phase of trial. This book is a direct, to-the-point guide to successfully master that art, tell that story, and try your case in New York State court. It is written in a conversational tone and deliberately brief to avoid the boredom that causes many students to throw books aside and jurors to lose attention during your case. Instead of telling you what to do, it contains detailed examples that illustrate how to implement the recommended techniques. It contains specific methods used by the most successful New York civil and criminal attorneys to win their cases and explores the right way to conduct each stage of the trial as well as discussing expert testimony, evidence, and the law of trial advocacy in New York, which will help you win your case and tell your story"--

The second edition of these case files include a variety of civil and criminal fact patterns that provide students the opportunity to try their hand at opening statements and closing arguments, as well as at direct and cross-examinations. The case files also provide opportunities for pretrial motion exercises and jury selection exercises. There is a companion text book entitled The Art & Science of Trial Advocacy by the same group of authors. These case files are a manageable length for weekly or bi-weekly assignments. These case files also include online videos demonstrating all stages of trial advocacy and an extensive teacher's manual with illustrations and examples. The following case files are included: United States of America v. William Stevens (criminal case alleging bank robbery); Jeffrey Kent v. Bonds Rentals(civil case alleging failure to warn); State of Golden v. Steven MacNamara (criminal case alleging domestic violence); James Price v. GEM Corporation (civil case alleging unlawful termination); Rusty Maxell v. Terry Chester (civil case alleging breach of contract); State of Golden v. Sunny Grifford (criminal case alleging DUI and hit and run); Sam Spencer v. Teresa More (civil case alleging negligent entrustment); Nicole Gail v. Peter Novak (civil case alleging undue use of force); Cameron Hillman v. Mutual Life Insurance Company (civil case alleging failure to pay insurance proceeds); State of Golden v. Richard Buck (criminal case alleging murder); William Striver and Frances Gomez v. Rancho Fire Department (civil case alleging unfair employment practices); State of Golden v. Jake Chambers (criminal case alleging sexual assault); and Sandra Mountain v. Tyler County Sheriff's Department, et al. (civil case involving wrongful death).

An invaluable resource for experienced trial attorneys, inexperienced trial attorneys looking to advance to the next level of trial practice, and corporate counsel who handle litigation, this book looks at the role courtroom psychology plays in modern trial practice. It covers the essentials of trial practice, including jury selection, opening and closing statements, and questioning witnesses, as well as the key aspects of arbitration hearings and mediations. But what makes this book different from basic trial advocacy primers is its attention to the results of decades of scientific research relating to courtroom psychology (or persuasion psychology). This area concerns how and why jurors, judges, and arbitrators make decisions and how they are influenced. This book examines the role persuasion psychology plays in modern trial practice and how lawyers can use it to their advantage.

Advocacy Excellence: The Jury Trial teaches students the art and science of 21st century trial advocacy through the eyes of two seasoned, tenacious, and successful female trial attorneys who bring over 60 years of combined experience to the text. With a sharp and practical focus on how the digital age has changed trial practice, students will gain the ability to successfully advocate in today’s smart courtrooms using electronically stored information, social media, and technology in all phases of trial. This text teaches classic courtroom skills with a modern and spirited tone, using examples from real trials and step-by-step practice guides along with insider tips about the strategy and execution techniques that wins trials. This clear, concise, and easy-to-understand text is organized into three distinct sections: Part I: Preparation — investigation, preliminary case analysis, developing a case theory, and merging the case theory into the actual trial Part II: Practice — techniques and advice that provide simple steps to successful jury selection, openings, direct and cross examination, impeachment, cross of special witnesses, and summation Part III: Strategy — navigating the courtroom, how to admit or oppose evidence at trial, objections, and the end game of jury deliberation. Learn the law, ethics, and strategy of trial advocacy with step-by-step instructions and useful chapter ending process guides and infographics to reinforce skills. Professors and students will benefit from: Question and answer examples in every chapter that teach how to ask strategic and purposeful questions during jury selection, depositions, pretrial hearings, direct examination, cross examination, impeachment, and the admitting or opposing of evidence. Illustrations and charts that demonstrate how to create various proof matrices, timelines, witness statement charts, transcript keys, and how to structure opening, direct, and cross examination. Feature text boxes that highlight practice tips, ethical issues, and other “beware” concerns for trial and provide explanations of “why this works” for certain skills taught in a new and modern manner. In-depth coverage of the role of social media and emojis as evidence, plus how to authenticate social media and other electronic or digital evidence at trial. Reference sheets designed for students to copy for continued use in both an academic, experiential setting and the first years of practice as a new trial lawyer.