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Essential Steps for Effective Trial Preparation

Jonathan Leach LLC

This includes reviewing their statements, practicing direct and cross-examinations, and preparing them for potential questions from the opposition. Draft Opening and Closing Statements Your opening statement sets the stage for the trial, and your closing statement summarizes your case.

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Visualization as a Tool to Enhance Performance: Picture Yourself in the Courtroom

The Successful Lawyer

Imagine giving your opening statement and let your theme and initial grabber bubble up. Visualize witness examinations. Watch your client’s demeanor as he or she is cross-examined as well. Imagine the actual cross-examination to help you prepare ways to preemptively neutralize it.