TRIAL ADVOCACY I: COMP TEAM

Catalog description

Satisfies Experiential Learning. This course instructs students in the basic elements of litigation. The topics covered include discovery techniques, pretrial court conferences, opening statement, direct and cross-examination, impeachment of witnesses, proper handling of documents and exhibits, use of demonstrative evidence, and closing argument. The final grade in this course generally is based upon participation, completion of a trial notebook, and participation in a simulated trial. Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.8 required for enrollment.