On the Jury Trial: Principles and Practices for Effective Advocacy, Second Edition

An essential easy-to-read guide for both new and seasoned courtroom lawyers.

Looking for fly-on-the-wall insight into world-class trial preparation and strategy? Here it is.

A behind-the-scenes tour of the inner workings of the judicial process? On the Jury Trial: Principles and Practices for Effective Advocacy, Second Edition has you covered. Its combination of advice, illustration, and commentary is every bit as valuable as it is unique. Topics include voir dire, opening statement, preparing witnesses, cross examination, using exhibits, closing argument, jury research, and more, with excellent examples and "do's and don'ts" provided throughout.

Every litigator should have this book on the shelf, no matter the state in which they practice.

Author: Thomas M. Melsheimer,Craig Smith
Binding Type: Paperback
Publisher: American Bar Association
Published: 10/14/2025
Pages: 268
Weight: 1.19lbs
Size: 9.06h x 5.91w x 0.79d
ISBN: 9781639056491