Effective Trial Advocacy: A Primer

This program will provide an introduction and overview of the basics of trial practice to newer attorneys and more experienced attorneys seeking a refresher. Attendees will receive practical knowledge they can apply in their own future trials. Panelists will walk attendees through the trial process, explaining the nuts and bolts of each stage, while discussing strategies and techniques and providing practical examples.

Topics to be covered will include:

• Opening Statement
• Direct Examination
• Introducing Evidence
• Objections
• Cross Examination
• Closing Argument

Program Fee:
$199 Member | $299 Nonmember

Scott Himes, Scott Himes Law PLLC

Jessica Giambrone Palmese, Epstein Becker Green, P.C.

Joshua Polster, Simpson Thatcher & Barlett LLP

9:00 – 9:05 a.m.      Introduction of Topic and Panelists

9:05 – 9:30 a.m.      Opening Statement

9:30 – 9:55 a.m.      Direct Examination

9:55 – 10:20 a.m.    Introducing Evidence

10:20 – 10:35 a.m.     Break

10:35 – 11:00 a.m.     Objections

11:00 – 11:25 a.m.     Cross Examination

11:25 – 11:50 a.m.     Closing Argument

11:50 – 12:00 p.m.    Program Wrap-Up / Question & Answer Session

New York: 3.0 Skills
New Jersey: 3.3 General
California: 3.0 General
Pennsylvania: 2.5 General
Connecticut: Available to Licensed Attorneys

Sponsoring Association Committees:

Litigation | Cassandra L. Porsch, Chair

Sponsorship Opportunities are Available! Please Contact:
Yelena Balashchenko, Manager, Business Development & Sponsorships | (212) 382-6608 | ybalashchenko@nycbar.org