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RULES OF ADVOCACY

GENERAL RULES

  1. The Application Of The Rules Of Advocacy

  2. Means Of Persuasion

  3. Have A Basic Understanding Of Logic & Reasoning

  4. Use Procedural Issues To Gain Credibility

  5. If You Put Your Argument In The Judge's Hands They'll Catch It

  6. The Genius Is In The Simplicity

  7. Netanyahu On Speaking

  8. Pick Your Battles

  9. Make Your Case Early

  10. Chunk Your Arguments

  11. Emphasize Your Written Arguments

  12. Don't Hold Back Before Trial

  13. Procedural Justice And Substantive Justice

  14. Weighing Legal Arguments

  15. The Threat Is Stronger Than The Execution

  16. There's A Presumption The Defendant Testifies

  17. Diplomacy Is A Form Of Advocacy

  18. Don't Demean Opposing Counsel

  19. Put Your Case Into Context

  20. Focus On Advocacy Skills

  21. Read Regularly

  22. CASE DEVELOPMENT


  23. Learn The Issues Before The Facts

  24. Develop An Overall Theme

  25. Theory, Themes, And Methods Of Proof

  26. Develop A Case Analysis, And Update It As The Case Develops

  27. PRESENTATION


  28. Courtroom Presentation Skills

  29. Body Posture

  30. Speak With A Purpose

  31. The C.R.E.A.M. Power Line

  32. Using The Active Voice

  33. Simplify Your Case When The Judge Restricts Your Ability To Present Evidence

  34. JURY SELECTION


  35. Focus On Striking Bad Jurors In Jury Selection

  36. Educate The Jurors On The Issues

  37. OPENING STATEMENT


  38. Give A Strong Opening Statement

  39. The Defense 4-Step Opening Statement

  40. DIRECT EXAMINATION


  41. Develop The Witness's Background

  42. Develop A Full Story On Direct Examination

  43. CROSS EXAMINATION


  44. Maintain Witness Control

  45. Ask Leading Questions

  46. CLOSING ARGUMENTS


  47. Motivate The Jury In Your Closing Arguments

  48. Argue Your Case In Closing Arguments

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