Trial Advocacy

The purpose of an opening statement is to inform the jury of what the case is about, what kinds of evidence are going to be presented and what each side’s witnesses will be testifying about. Arguing about the case is prohibited in an opening statement. Because of this rule, there are a few scenarios in […]

The purpose of objections is to exclude inadmissible or irrelevant evidence or to prevent abusive question from an attorney. They also can be used to protect the witness and to maintain order.

To make a successful objection you need to familiarize yourselves with the rules concerning objection. Then during the trial, you need to pay close attention to the other side. Whenever you hear something you think is objectionable, you need to act fast. When you actually make the actual objection, state the rule and explain why […]