LAW-6000 TRIAL ADVOCACY
This course is taught in ?workshop? format where students actually practice the skills needed to successfully represent a client in a jury trial. Students will learn effective skills for jury selection, opening statement, direct and cross examination of witnesses (both lay and expert), objections and closing argument. Additionally, students will focus on case theory development and strategies best suited to jury persuasion. The final exam consists of a full simulated jury trial. Prerequisite: Evidence.