Cross Examination - Strategies, tactics, & tips on how to effectively cross-examine a witness.
Retired trial court judge, Mark Curry, discusses the fundamentals of cross-examination, including preparation, strategies, and tactics. He also provides numerous "trial tips" related to cross-examination learned from his 34-years of experience in the courtroom both as a judge and former trial attorney. The video is an excellent primer for attorneys preparing for trial and also a good learning resource for law students learning trial advocacy.
Judge Curry is the author of Practical Trial Handbook, a concise and practical treatise on the fundamentals of trial, from the motion in limine to the closing argument and everything in between; the nuts and bolts of trial that every attorney must know in order to competently try any type of case in any jurisdiction. Practical Trial Handbook is available on Amazon Books and comes in two editions, one which cites the Federal Rules of Evidence (FRE) and the other which cites the California Rules of Evidence, with cross-references to the FRE.
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Handbook website: www.practicaltrialhandbook.com/
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Although I'm only 15 I have a massive interest in law and I am starting early with my studies, and this is the most helpful channel I've ever watched
My son was your age when he became interested in law. Today, he is a practicing attorney in Seattle. He found his niche and only practices in federal courts. Keep at it young man!
@@richardwilliams3625 Thank you!
Can't afford a lawyer, this helped me a lot to feel more confident, wish me luck and God bless!
I'm in a different jurisdiction but these tips were still very helpful. I had my first ever go at cross last week (in a mock trial setting), and the issue I had was that I prepared well enough but I relied too much on questioning on the fly and ended up losing my train of thought.
very helpful. As a newly admitted lawyer, I learn a lot from your video, and I decide to buy your book due to your video.
Great practical advice. Has only what is necessary. Clear. Genuine.
I would love to hear your cross examination tools and tips regarding medical professionals or expert testimony if you may have time. This is such a service your providing, thank you!!!
Thank you, judge!
Excellent refresher, thanks Judge!
This information is Priceless. Thank you so much!!!
Merci beaucoup!
Would love a video on some tips for direct examination! Fantastic video series Judge Curry, thank you very much.
This was so great, I would love to see more!!
Extraordinarily insightful cross examination tips thank you
Thank you, judge Curry. Your videos are very informative and helpful. I listen to them many times and learn new things each time.
I loved it thx - getting your book
Amazing! Thank you!
Excellent! Your Honor.
Wow you are amazing sir , this is so informative and useful .
❤ excellent,very well explained 👍👍👍
Excellent video.
THIS WAS GREAAAT!!
You are the best!!
This was very clear and concise. No doubt I will find that the same applies to your book as well.
sometimes lawyers ask questions we don't know the answer to because we know the possible repercussions, but need to try (not so much to lose).
Very informative
I enjoyed listening to this. I may have to appear in a military court as a witness next month, and this helps me understand some things that go in the lawyers mind. I'm hoping to get out of it, though.
Military court? Don’t worry about anything. (My opinion) L3@OSUlaw
Interesting!
Great. As a self represented litigant. Thank you.
as to types of witnesses--don't forget that we also have witnesses from foreign cultures. understanding their cultures can help tremendously.
I enjoyed this session, i am an advocate in the RSA ; i need to purchase your practical hand book for legal practitioners , how do i get my hand in this book judge.
learning so much to prepare as a self representative for a fraudulent law suit against me. thank you
good luck
I have a question, my neighbors outdoor parties last for 7 hrs (loud+music) until 2:30am, their noises audible through my residence, we cants sleep. Local ordinance is 85dB (whoever makes this law does not know how loud it sounds like). I want to sue in small claim court. Beside journal and measure noise inside my house. what would you advise me to do and what does a judge want to see as evidence in my case? What quality as good evidence? I can only measure inside my house. When i tried to measure at the property line, my neighbor blocked it. Can i measure on the patio instead so they can’t block it? Thank you so much. I am going to watch all of your videos to learn how to prove my case in court. Will let you know the results…
How to identify false witness?
Judge,. Since cross examination is limited by scope of direct testimony, can defense list prosecution's witness also as a defense witness, to open scope of testimony? Can the defense call opponents witness as their witness also?
Yes you can use the opposing witnesses, if you feel that their testimony will help your case.
How do you handle a uncompliant respondent who add more in formation the required during the "Request for Admissions?""
The evidence against you will speak for itself. There will be no more brutalization of the victim.