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Trials & Tribulations: From Jury Selection to Verdict

Master the art of trial advocacy from jury selection to verdict, gaining the confidence and skills to navigate even the most complex cases.

Created byNYS Academy of Trial Lawyers
BeginnerUpdated Mar 10, 2025
Trials & Tribulations: From Jury Selection to Verdict

What You'll Learn

check_circleExplore the intricacies of trial preparation, from jury selection to verdict.
check_circleLearn key considerations for settlement negotiations before trial.
check_circleDiscover effective strategies for organizing and managing evidence.
check_circleMaster the art of witness preparation and scheduling.
check_circleUnderstand the value of trial consulting and mock juries.
check_circleGain insights into the development and implementation of trial themes and strategies.

About This Course

Dive deep into the world of legal trials with "Trials & Tribulations: From Jury Selection to Verdict." This comprehensive course provides a practical guide for attorneys of all experience levels, covering the essential steps from jury selection to verdict.

Gain a solid understanding of the critical pre-trial considerations, including:

  • Settlement negotiations and strategies
  • Effective trial theme development and evidence management
  • Jury selection techniques and considerations
  • Witness preparation and management
  • Crafting impactful opening and closing statements

This course equips you with the knowledge and tools to navigate the complexities of trial preparation and presentation. You'll learn how to organize documentation, manage evidence efficiently, and build a compelling case that resonates with jurors.

This course is the first installment in a three-part series, offering a foundation in the core principles of trial advocacy. The following sessions delve into expert witnesses and openings and closings in greater detail.

Your Instructors

NYS Academy of Trial Lawyers
NYS Academy of Trial Lawyers
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The NYS Academy of Trial Lawyers is the largest statewide trial bar in the US with 5,700+ lawyer and judge members. We are committed to protecting, preserving and enhancing the civil justice system. Our highly acclaimed CLE programming features extraordinary presenters covering the most timely and important topics.

Helene M. Weiss
Helene M. Weiss

Partner at Marsh Law Firm

Helene is a Partner at Marsh Law Firm and works to protect the rights of survivors of abuse. She is a former Special Victims Bureau Prosecutor at the Nassau County District Attorney's Office, where she prosecuted a wide range of criminal matters. She was also a member of the Animal Crimes Unit, where she prosecuted offenses perpetrated against animals. Helene earned her J.D. from the Maurice A. Deane School of Law at Hofstra University, where she was honored by the New York Bar Association for earning State Championships at the National Trial Competitions in both 2015 and 2016. As a Special Professor of Law at Hofstra University, Helene currently serves as a trial coach in Advanced Advocacy Skills for Hofstra Law's Trial Advocacy Association. She also serves on the Academy’s Associate Board.

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