Mastering the Science of Cross Examination

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Benefits

It has been called 'The greatest legal engine ever invented for the discovery of truth.' Nothing grabs the attention of the judge and jury like cross examination. Done well, it can lead to victory. Done poorly, it can lead to ruin. Listen to this program as two experienced trial lawyers cover the most important points that you need to know to become a master of cross examination. Whether you are preparing for your first trial or you have already mastered the craft and just need a review of the finer points to get ready for your next big trial, this program will help you succeed in cross examination.


Agenda

The Basics
  • The Importance of Personal Advocacy
  • Cross Examination as Part of Your Trial Plan and Theme
  • Purposes of Cross Examination
The Finer Points
  • The Ten Commandments
  • The Science of Leading Questions
  • The Ethics of Cross Examination
  • Preparing Your Own Witness
  • Keeping Focus in a Hostile Forum
  • Using Documents
  • Recovering From the Unexpected
  • How to End With a Bang
The Masters
  • The Difficult Witness
  • The Sympathetic Witness
  • The Expert Witness
  • The Plaintiff (Or the Defendant)
  • Government or Law Enforcement Witness
  • The Summary Witness
The Classics
  • Famous Cross Examinations
  • The Classics of Cross Examination

Faculty

Stephen G. Harvey, Pepper Hamilton LLP
Richard J. Zack, Pepper Hamilton LLP


Stephen G. Harvey
  • Partner in the Litigation Department of Pepper Hamilton LLP
  • Concentrates his practice in commercial litigation, including business disputes, banking and financial services, and defense of class actions
  • Speaks and writes regularly on trial practice and other topics related to his areas of practice
  • Received the Clarence Darrow Award from the National Center for Science Education in 2005; the Pennsylvania Bar Association’s Pro Bono Award in 2006 and the William R. Klaus Pro Bono Award from Pepper Hamilton in 2011
  • J.D. degree, magna cum laude, Villanova University School of Law

Richard J. Zack
  • Partner in the White Collar and Corporate Investigations and Commercial Litigation Practice Groups of Pepper Hamilton LLP
  • Extensive experience in the investigation and prosecution of mortgage fraud and other financial crimes
  • Recipient of numerous awards, including the Department of Homeland Security Award for Outstanding Performance (2011), the Department of Justice Director’s Award for Superior Performance as an Assistant United States Attorney (2007), the Department of State Award for Outstanding Performance (2007) and the Internal Revenue Service Award for Outstanding Performance (2005 and 2008)
  • Adjunct professor at Temple University School of Law where he teaches corruption law and policy
  • Guest lecturer on criminal procedure at Rutgers-Camden School of Law and on professional responsibility at the University of Pennsylvania Law School




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This live audio conference is primarily designed for attorneys. Other legal professionals may also benefit from attending.

CD & Manual - CD Set with bound 32 page manual
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