NCJ Number
87060
Date Published
1983
Length
409 pages
Annotation
This manual is aimed at the experienced lawyer who wants immediate access to the newest, best, and most effective methods of trial control. These key trial control tactics were especially developed for civil litigation but can be used for any type of case.
Abstract
Separate chapters focus on how to increase the prospects for controlling the case and winning the ultimate verdict, how to prepare an effective opening statement, and how to conduct a direct examination that minimizes the opponent's cross-examination. Also discussed are how to make dramatic use of demonstrative evidence, how to use expert witnesses and consultants for maximum impact, and techniques for proving damages. Other sections highlight pretrial discovery techniques, cross-examination strategies that take control of the opponent's witnesses, and closing arguments that clinch the case and win the desired verdict. The final chapter describes successful posttrial tactics for keeping control under all circumstances. Checklists, model forms, and an index are supplied.