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S. Trial Practice

S. Trial Practice

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Course Information

Course Number: L9175

Curriculum Level: Upperclass

Areas of Study: Civil Procedure, Litigation, and Dispute Resolution, Criminal Law and Procedure, Leadership, Legal Profession and Professional Responsibility

Type: Simulation

Additional Attributes: Experiential Credit

Section 003 Information

Instructor

Les Fagen Lecturer in Law

Darren Wright Johnson Lecturer in Law

Section Description

Prerequisite: Evidence

This seminar provides hands-on experience with the key aspects of trial practice in civil and criminal litigation. Simulated trial problems will be employed to familiarize students with pragmatic tactical issues and solutions. Written trial materials will be used in addition to in-class instruction and feedback. At the end of the semester, students will participate in a full-scale mock jury trial.

The seminar is open only to students who have completed Evidence. It does not fulfill the legal writing requirement.

School Year & Semester: Spring 2025

Points: 2

Method of Evaluation: Other

J.D Writing Credit?: No

Learning Outcomes

Primary

Understanding of various lawyering skills, incl. opening & closing statements, techniques & approaches to witness examinations, introduction of evidence, & case theory & planning. Specific focus on pragmatic & effective communication of themes & evidence.

Secondary

Understanding of various lawyering skills, incl. opening & closing statements, techniques & approaches to witness examinations, introduction of evidence, & case theory & planning. Specific focus on pragmatic & effective communication of themes & evidence.