Developed by Professor James H. Seckinger, Notre Dame University, and recently recognized by the
American Continuing Legal Education Association (ACLEA) for its innovative teaching methods, this
hands-on, learn-by-doing trial skills training program is intended for lawyers who have practiced a
minimum of 2 years with trial experience OR for those practitioners who have completed Osgoode’s
Intensive Trial Advocacy Workshop.
Using a sample case file, following lectures, discussion and demonstrations by top practitioners, you’ll
work in small groups and practice direct, cross and
re-examinations, as well as exercises in opening
statement and closing argument.
You’ll also receive suggestions and tips from your small group leaders
that will enhance your trial skills and questioning techniques. Topics include:
- Learning how to build a foundation for success in opening statements
- Effective use of headlines
- Impact of open vs. closed questions
- Taking and keeping control during direct examination
- Tips and strategies to jump-start cross-examinations
- Tactics to help maximize favourable facts and minimize unfavourable facts
- Avoiding potential problems during closing argument
Plus! Don’t miss the Optional Mock Trial and Feedback Session on October 30, 2010. This full-day mock
trial workshop is essential to pulling together the skills learned in the program. You will also receive
feedback on your trial performance from experienced litigators in a supportive learning environment.
This program is strictly limited to 48 participants; the workshop is limited to 24. Space fills up very
quickly. Register now!
James H. Seckinger, Professor of Law, University of Notre Dame (USA)
OPD Program Lawyer
Heather Gore
hgore@osgoode.yorku.ca |
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