Students will learn how to format arguments and what delivery/oratory skills are needed to have an affect on the listener. Students will learn how to make arguments and counter arguments. Students will analyze how the same piece of evidence can be spun to benefit either the prosecutor’s or defense’s arguments. 

I am a law school student that has been trained through various legal skills and trial preparation classes in how to make arguments and refute an opponent's arguments. I have also been trained in how to prepare opening/closing arguments and how to direct and cross-examine a witness. Through my Civil Procedure, Torts, Federal Rules of Evidence, and Trial competition experience, I have condensed several semesters' worth of material into a tangible five-class course for young learners. This will serve as a great overview for anyone that may want to be in mock trial or moot court competitions. I also have six years of work experience as a paralegal and have helped attorneys prepare for trials by preparing motions, answering interrogatories with clients, and preparing the evidence for trial. I have observed dozens of trials between my work and school experience and have received invaluable knowledge and tips from my professors and bosses on how to effectively litigate during a trial. I hope to share all this with young learners and make them excited about potentially competing in mock trials in school or in practicing law one day. 

Homework Offered
Students will be expected to craft either their opening/closing statements or direct/cross examination questions before the final class. Students will be expected to deliver their statements or questions before the entire class. 
0 - 1 hours per week outside of class
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