Covering deposition and trial preparation, this CLE
highlights the shortcomings of traditional approaches used and advice given in
the preparation of key witnesses and provides a detailed "how to" guide for
more effective preparation sessions. Panelists, Jill Schmid, Ph.D.,
Partner and Senior Litigation Consultant, Sound Jury Consulting and Joe
Arellano, Partner, Kennedy Watts Arellano LLP will address:
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the use of role-playing and video feedback
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overcoming barriers to effective communication
(centering on the "problem" or "difficult" witness)
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the importance of and how to instill confidence
and control in your witness
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how jurors assess witness credibility, and
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the impact of verbal and nonverbal behavior on
the overall credibility of the witness's testimony.
A mock preparation session will demonstrate some of the "do's" and "don'ts."
For more information: Call Seth Row, Miller Nash
Graham & Dunn LLP at 503.205.2318. For registration questions, call
the MBA at 503.222.3275.