Dan Ambrose with Dodd, Ball, and Kahn

Oct 27

Runtime: 3:56:09

Performed by: Dan Ambrose, Geoffrey K. Ball, and Michael Kahn

Methods & Techniques Discussed: (not limited to those listed)

How Lawyers Learn Best (and Juries, Too) — By Doing Trial Skills
How Preparation Frees Inhibitions
How to Better Connect to Juries
Preparation to Build Comfort and Confidence
How Best to Create and Build Emphasis
How to Avoid the Appearance of Bullying or Demeaning the Witness
Why to Avoid Open-Ended Questions and the Long-Term Effect of Ignoring That Danger
Cross-Examining More Safely Rather Than Less Safely
Detailed Facts Teach Better Than Conclusions
The Difference Between Constructive Cross and Destructive Cross
When and How to Select Words
Using Notes and Going Without Notes
Building Confidence

Constructive Cross for Depositions and Trials