Courtroom Psychology and Trial Advocacy - Hardcover

Waites JD PhD, Richard C.

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0970597096 ISBN 13: 9780970597090

Publisher: ALM Media, LLC, 2002

Synopsis

An invaluable resource for experienced trial attorneys, inexperienced trial attorneys looking to advance to the next level of trial practice, and corporate counsel who handle litigation, this book looks at the role courtroom psychology plays in modern trial practice. It covers the essentials of trial practice, including jury selection, opening and closing statements, and questioning witnesses, as well as the key aspects of arbitration hearings and mediations. But what makes this book different from other trial advocacy primers is its attention to courtroom psychology (or persuasion psychology). This area concerns how and why jurors, judges, and arbitrators make decisions and how they are influenced. This book examines the role persuasion psychology plays in modern trial practice and how lawyers can use it to their advantage.

About this title

About the Author:

Richard C. Waites, JD, PhD, is the chief executive officer and founder of Advocacy Sciences, Inc. and the Advocates, one of the nation's most respected trial consulting firms. In addition to a law degree, he also has a doctorate in psychology. He lives in Houston, Texas.

Review:

“Priceless . . . instantly useful . . . explores new territory and provides insight into techniques that will greatly enhance trial practice.” —William S. Sessions, former U.S. District Court Chief Judge, partner Holland & Knight, LLP

About this edition

• Publisher: ALM Media, LLC
• Publication date: 2002
• ISBN 10: 0970597096
• ISBN 13: 9780970597090
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 500