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  • ADDRESSING THE JURY: Opening Statement and Closing Argument (Trial Advocacy and Criminal Justice)

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ADDRESSING THE JURY: Opening Statement and Closing Argument (Trial Advocacy and Criminal Justice) Kindle Edition

by Ronald Clark (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.2 out of 5 stars (32)
Addressing the Jury: Opening Statement and Closing Argument offers an in-depth explanation of how to craft a winning opening statement and summation and how to persuasively deliver them to a jury. Author Ronald H. Clark was a career prosecutor in King County, Washington, Senior Training Counsel at the National Advocacy Center, and he is currently a Distinguished Practitioner in Residence at Seattle University Law School where he has taught trial advocacy, pretrial advocacy, essential lawyering skills and visual litigation and technology.

Inside this accessible and comprehensive handbook, you’ll learn:
  • How to structure a persuasive opening statement and closing argument
  • Compelling storytelling techniques for a “golden opportunity” opening statement
  • Attention-grabbing beginnings for an opening statement and closing argument
  • How to deal with case weaknesses in an opening statement
  • Strong concluding remarks for an opening statement and closing argument
  • Closing argument pitfalls to avoid
  • How to be a great persuader utilizing Aristotelian arguments and speech devices
  • How to bring your opening statement and closing argument alive with visual aids
  • 8 techniques for being a great persuader—having a winning delivery
  • Trial attorney role models for you to consider emulating
  • Triumphing over nervousness
Give the best opening statement and closing argument possible, pick up your copy today.
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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0BZ1VJP47
  • Accessibility ‏ : ‎ Learn more
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ March 19, 2023
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 1.4 MB
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
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  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 77 pages
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 979-8376420881
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  • Part of series ‏ : ‎ Trial Advocacy and Criminal Justice
  • Best Sellers Rank: #296,424 in Kindle Store (See Top 100 in Kindle Store)
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Professor Ronald H. Clark is a nationally known lecturer and author and Distinguished Practitioner in Residence at Seattle University Law School. Ron has lectured at over 40 national courses and for numerous state prosecutor and bar associations.

For 27 years, Ron was in the King County Prosecutor's office in Seattle, Washington, where he served as a senior deputy prosecutor, head of the trial teams and, for ten years, as the Chief Deputy of the Criminal Division, leading 115 attorneys.

As the Director of Training, Ron worked for the National College of District Attorneys. Later, as the Senior Training Counsel, he pioneered the first courses conducted at the National Advocacy Center when it opened its doors to state and local prosecutors and for the following six years.

Ron is a Distinguished Practitioner in Residence at Seattle University Law School where he has taught Comprehensive Trial Advocacy, Comprehensive Pretrial Advocacy, Essential Lawyering Skills and Visual Litigation and Today's Technology.

Ron has produced and written movies that accompany the Pretrial and Trial Advocacy books. His full-length movie, entitled the Freck Point Trial, is a trial advocacy training film featuring demonstrations of all phases of trial by veteran trial lawyers.

In addition, Ron has written over a dozen books.

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    This is a short, but highly motivating and very instructive book. It fully earns the five stars. But the writer should correct the broken links. I look forward to reading more of his books.
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    5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent basic treatment of the subject
    Reviewed in the United States on July 6, 2023
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    As a trial lawyer myself with decades of experience, I found this short book to be an excellent review. For a lawyer new to trial practice, this book offers excellent pointers in an accessible format.
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    5.0 out of 5 stars Elevate your power of persuasion
    Reviewed in the United States on May 18, 2023
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    This book is a fantastic resource for anyone seeking guidance on delivering compelling speeches in a courtroom setting. As someone with an interest in law and public speaking, this book provided me with valuable insights and practical tips to captivate an audience. The author breaks down the art of crafting persuasive opening and closing statements in a way that makes it easy to understand. This book is a must-read for aspiring lawyers and anyone looking to enhance their public speaking skills.
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  • Evan Williams
    5.0 out of 5 stars Learned a lot
    Reviewed in the United States on May 18, 2023
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    I like the detailed instructions and practical advice that the author gives. He drills down on techniques such as utilizing Aristotelian arguments and speech devices to be a great persuader, along with effectively using visual aids. Additionally, the book includes helpful examples, as well as role models for attorneys to consider emulating in the courtroom. Highly recommended for all attorneys seeking to make a strong case to a jury.
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  • Frannie
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great Read For Aspiring Lawyers
    Reviewed in the United States on May 18, 2023
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    This meticulously crafted and perceptive analysis delves into the skill of presenting arguments to the jury during opening and closing statements. The author, expertly dissects the key elements of compelling and persuasive arguments, uncovering the underlying principles behind their effectiveness. Aspiring lawyers, as well as those already in practice, would greatly benefit from a thorough examination of this book. It is a remarkable resource worth exploring!
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  • CLopez
    5.0 out of 5 stars Terrific!
    Reviewed in the United States on May 15, 2023
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    This is well-written and insightful examination of the art of addressing the jury during opening and closing statements. Author Ronald Clark does a fantastic job of breaking down the components of successful and persuasive arguments, and reveals the blueprints behind effective arguments. Trial lawyers - and especially those who plan to be trial lawyers - should study this book closely. Excellent!
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  • Jean
    5.0 out of 5 stars loved the examples
    Reviewed in the United States on May 22, 2023
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    What I really liked about this book are the examples. It's easy to read and logically understand how to structure a good opening statement, but seeing some good examples makes all the pieces fit.
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