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Mock Trials : Preparing, Presenting, and Winning Your Case

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While working with my mock trial team at Georgetown University, I urged everyone on the team to buy a copy of this book. Because we didn't have a coach, having some source of authority on numerous issues relating to mock trial was critical. This book fit those needs perfectly. Not only do the authors walk through the basics of a trial, but they also include numerous tips for those already advanced in trial advocacy. The Georgetown team won its division at the 2002 College Mock Trial Nationals, placing 2nd in the country, beating far more experienced and well-coached teams. This book was part of that surprising success. It is a must-read for anyone looking to be more competitive and effective in the courtroom.

Have coached Mock Trial for several years now, and used several books along the way. This one is far superior to the others, in terms of ease of use and clarity of approach.

The charts are great. They give step-by-step guidelines for trial tactics, cross-examinations, etc.

While working with my mock trial team at Georgetown University, I urged everyone on the team to buy a copy of this book. Because we didn't have a coach, having some source of authority on numerous issues relating to mock trial was critical. This book fit those needs perfectly. Not only do the authors walk through the basics of a trial, but they also include numerous tips for those already advanced in trial advocacy. The Georgetown team won its division at the 2002 College Mock Trial Nationals, placing 2nd in the country, beating far more experienced and well-coached teams. This book was certainly a part of that surprising success. It is a must-read for anyone looking to be more competitive and effective in the courtroom.

This book has the bottom line essentials for a non law student or law student preparing for a mock trial -- and is a useful primer on trial practice as well. Check out Lubet's Modern Trial Advocacy for the graduate level course on trial practice, but this accessible short version is really top quality.