Trial Advocacy

The course introduces students to the theory, skills, research and writing involved in the preparation and presentation of a criminal trial. The primary goal of the course is to facilitate development and application of skills required in litigation: case theory development and implementation, legal analysis and writing, and courtroom advocacy skills. It is also intended to broaden the opportunity for students who wish to enhance their skills in criminal advocacy but who are unable to participate in the Defenders Clinic, or who would like to focus on trial practice rather than, or in addition to, pre-trial advocacy.This elective is to be distinguished from the Trial Practice Lawyering Seminar III and the Advanced Trial Practice elective and is intended for students who have not taken those courses.

Fall, Spring