Mastering the art of cross-examination is essential for any litigator or advocate aiming to achieve success in the courtroom. Successful cross-examination involves not only technical skills such as formulating questions and handling objections but also strategic thinking, effective communication, and the ability to adapt to dynamic situations. By honing these skills, you can significantly enhance your ability to achieve favorable outcomes at trial.
This seminar delves into strategies for effectively challenging the opposing case, clarifying facts and evidence, controlling the narrative, persuading judges and juries, preserving appellate issues, and other critical aspects of cross-examination. The agenda is designed to provide a comprehensive exploration of cross-examination strategies - from foundational principles to advanced techniques - while incorporating practical applications and ethical considerations essential for legal professionals aiming to excel in courtroom advocacy.
This seminar delves into strategies for effectively challenging the opposing case, clarifying facts and evidence, controlling the narrative, persuading judges and juries, preserving appellate issues, and other critical aspects of cross-examination. The agenda is designed to provide a comprehensive exploration of cross-examination strategies - from foundational principles to advanced techniques - while incorporating practical applications and ethical considerations essential for legal professionals aiming to excel in courtroom advocacy.
Course Content
12:00pm - 12:05pm - Introduction to PanelChristine M. Martin, Esq.,
Tetzel Law LLC, Boston
12:05pm - 12:20pm - Cross-Examination in General
Christine M. Martin, Esq.,
Tetzel Law LLC, Boston
12:20pm - 1:00pm - Principles of Effective Questioning
Christine M. Martin, Esq.,
Tetzel Law LLC, Boston
Amy Bratskeir, Esq.,
Brody, Hardoon, Perkins & Kesten LLP, Boston
Hon. Heidi E. Brieger,
Trial Court/Administrative Office, Boston
David R. Cain, Esq.,
Cain & Geller, Providence
James J. Condon, Jr., Esq.,, West Roxbury
Paul L. Tetzel, Esq.,
Tetzel Law LLC, Boston
1:00pm - 1:30pm - Cross-Exam Strategies: Building Credibility and Trust
Paul L. Tetzel, Esq.,
Tetzel Law LLC, Boston
1:30pm - 1:45pm - Break
1:45pm - 2:15pm - Cross-Exam Strategies: Leveraging Evidence and Practical Applications
David R. Cain, Esq.,
Cain & Geller, Providence
2:15pm - 2:30pm - Cross-Exam Strategies: Demonstration #1
Christine M. Martin, Esq.,
Tetzel Law LLC, Boston
James J. Condon, Jr., Esq.,, West Roxbury
2:30pm - 3:00pm - Control and Direction in Cross-Examination
Amy Bratskeir, Esq.,
Brody, Hardoon, Perkins & Kesten LLP, Boston
3:00pm - 3:15pm - Cross-Exam Strategies: Demonstration #2
Amy Bratskeir, Esq.,
Brody, Hardoon, Perkins & Kesten LLP, Boston
James J. Condon, Jr., Esq.,, West Roxbury
3:15pm - 3:45pm - Cross-Exam Strategies: A View from the Bench
Hon. Heidi E. Brieger,
Trial Court/Administrative Office, Boston
Speaker(s)
ChairChristine M. Martin, Esq.,
Tetzel Law LLC, Boston
Faculty
Amy Bratskeir, Esq.,
Brody, Hardoon, Perkins & Kesten LLP, Boston
Hon. Heidi E. Brieger,
Trial Court/Administrative Office, Boston
David R. Cain, Esq.,
Cain & Geller, Providence
James J. Condon, Jr., Esq.,
West Roxbury
Paul L. Tetzel, Esq.,
Tetzel Law LLC, Boston