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How to Prepare for Your First Mock Trial

Jonathan Leach LLC

Discuss which side needs to prove what and what the standards of evidence are needed. Then, clarify the burden of proof for each side. Use all evidence (documents, photographs, physical evidence, and expert reports) to support your case. Ensure that each point is backed by solid evidence and credible testimony.

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POLARIZE THE CASE

Temple University Beasley School of Law - Advocacy

In one iteration of his “Ten Commandments” lecture on cross-examination, the famed advocacy teacher Irving Younger posited that ‘less is more.’ How could a closing not regurgitate the facts, discuss the law and the burden of proof, and anticipate and debunk the opposing party? That was his closing in its entirety.

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Defense Lawyer REFUSES to Make Opening Arguments at Beginning of Medical Malpractice Trial. Can He Do That?

Gerry Oginski's New York Legal Blog

Instead, he can wait till after you finish putting on all your evidence and testimony. In law we call that 'the burden of proof' You're accusing your doctor of malpractice. Show your proof. Show your evidence. The defense doesn't have to put on any evidence. Keep reading to learn why.

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Federal Rule of Evidence 702: A Useful Rule (When It's Followed)

Evidence at Trial

What is inadmissible character evidence (Rule 404(a)) to one judge might be admissible "other acts" evidence (Rule 404(b)) to another. —exclude the opinion on the ground that it is fulfilling its gatekeeping role to "ensure that any and all scientific testimony or evidence admitted is not only relevant, but reliable."