Represent Yourself in Court: How to Prepare & Try a Winning Case

Paul Bergman; Sara J. Berman-Barrett

ISBN 10: 1413307108 / ISBN 13: 9781413307108

Published by Nolo, 2007

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Synopsis:

Written in plain English, Represent Yourself in Court breaks down the trial process into easy-to-understand steps so that you can act as your own lawyer -- safely and efficiently. Find out what to say, how to say it, even where to stand when you address the judge and jury.Find out how to: file court papers handle depositions and interrogatories pick a jury prepare your evidence and line up witnesses present your opening statement and closing argument cross-examine hostile witnesses understand and apply rules of evidence locate, hire and effectively use expert witnesses make and respond to your opponent's objections get limited help from an attorney as needed monitor the work of an attorney if you decide to hire one Whether you are a plaintiff or a defendant, this book will help you confidently handle a civil court case from start to finish. The 6th edition is completely updated to include the latest rules and court procedures, and more sample documents to help guide you through your case.

About the Author: Paul Bergman is a Professor of Law at the UCLA School of Law and a recipient of a University Distinguished Teaching Award. His books include Reel Justice: The Courtroom Goes to the Movies (Andrews & McMeel) and The Criminal Law Handbook (Nolo). He has also published numerous articles in law journals and regularly gives presentations on how law and lawyers are portrayed in film.Sara J. Berman-Barrett is an attorney and professor, and the co-author of The Criminal Law Handbook, also published by Nolo.

Bibliographic Details

Title: Represent Yourself in Court: How to Prepare ...
Publisher: Nolo
Publication Date: 2007
Binding: Paperback
Condition: Good
Dust Jacket Condition: No Jacket