Civil & Criminal Bench & Jury Trials
What you'll learn
- Learn how a civil and criminal case is initiated, filing requirements and service of process
- Learn how to prepare for trial using a Case Plan and Trial Notebook
- Learn how to prepare and make opening statements, question witnesses, introduce exhibits, and make objections
- Learn about the motion for directed verdict and how to prepare a closing arument
Requirements
- No experience or prerequisites are required to taking this course
Description
What's included in this course? This course covers everything from commencing a legal action (the Complaint in civil cases and the Charging Document in criminal cases), discovery (interrogatories, request for production of documents, notice to produce, request for admissions, depositions, criminal consolidated discovery motions), preparing for trial (case plan, trial notebook, consolidated pre-trial orders), mediation in civil cases, plea negotiations in criminal cases, jury trials versus bench trials, jury selection (juror profiles, voir dire, general and individual questioning, strikes for cause and peremptory strikes), opening statements, courtroom conduct and appearance, questioning witnesses (direct & cross examination, as well as, improper questions), making objections, introducing exhibits (laying foundations), using social media at trial to win your case, impeaching witnesses, motion for directed verdict, using technology at trial, closing arguments and post judgment relief, motions for new trial, notice of appeal, appellate briefs and petitions for a writ of habeas corpus. Material in this course covers both civil and criminal matters and includes real case examples and trial strategies! Over 27 years of trial experience are compacted into this course! And this course is created for anyone who would like to learn the ins-and-outs of a bench or jury trial (civil or criminal)!
Who this course is for:
- This course is for anyone who desires to learn the ins-and-outs of a civil or criminal bench or jury trial
Instructor
- 4.3 Instructor Rating
- 39 Reviews
- 176 Students
- 2 Courses
Anthony entered into his fourth career as a Trial Lawyer after first serving as a U.S. Army Infantry Squad Leader, professional musician, and Senior Health Physics Technician in the nuclear industry. Anthony represented clients for over 27 years in the areas of personal injury, civil litigation, family law, criminal defense and DUI, in over 40 courts (State and Federal). Upon retirement, Anthony chose to create online courses in which he can share the knowledge he gained in his 27+ years of trial experience to those seeking a better understanding of the trial process. Anthony has created courses in Civil & Criminal Trial Practice, Family Law, Criminal Defense, DUI, and Personal Injury for those seeking a greater understanding in these areas of law.
Anthony's hobbies include: general aviation (flying), scuba diving, martial arts competition & instruction, music performance, international travel, NHRA top fuel drag racing, formula 1 racing, in addition to being a published author.