Seattle University launches Advanced Trial
Advocacy Institute
Marilyn Berger and I have
developed and chair this week-long (June 2-6, 2014)
Advanced Trial Advocacy Institute. The Institute offers a proven conceptual approach to trial
practice combined with premier trial principles and strategies for every phase
of trial from preparation through closing argument. During the course the best
of the best trial lawyers and faculty will provide lectures and demonstrations
of successful trial skills.
Above all, course attendees will prepare and try a case,
including conducting jury selection, presenting opening statement and closing
argument and examining expert and lay witnesses. Seasoned and skilled trial
attorneys as well as communication specialists will provide feedback and
pointers on your performances. Also, your presentations will be videoed so that
you can benefit from a one-on-one video review with a faculty
member. (30.5 general CLE credits plus 1.0 ethics credits pending)
Who Should Attend
The course is designed for both fledgling practicing lawyers,
who are seeking a firm foundation of the finest trial skills through
experienced trial lawyers, who want to take their skills to a higher level. The
course is also open to a few select law students who have completed their second
year and have taken an Evidence course. Seattle University Law Students will
receive two academic credits for successfully completing the course.
Topics to be Addressed Include:
·
Developing Case
Theories, Themes and Trial Strategies
·
Courtroom
Communication Techniques
·
Trial Preparation and
Planning
·
Effective Jury
Selection
·
Convincing Opening
Statement
·
Conducting a
Compelling Direct Examination
·
Presenting and
Attacking Expert Testimony
·
Creating Dynamic Trial
Visuals
·
Today's Courtroom
Technology
·
Trial Ethics and
Avoiding Pitfalls
·
Impeachment and
Concession Cross-Examination
·
Persuasive Closing
Argument
Sponsors and Scholarships
The American College of Trial Lawyers sponsors the Seattle
University Advanced Trial Advocacy Institute. Additionally, the American
College of Trial Lawyers is providing four scholarships for public or public
interest advocates. To receive additional information regarding applying
for one of the four scholarships please email your CV along with a request for
more information to: sidemanm@seattleu.edu.
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