Lesson Purpose:

To present the primary strategies and tactics utilized by defense attorneys during cross examination to present their theory of the case through impeachment of the witness.

Training Objectives:

At the end of this block of instruction, the student will be able to achieve the following objectives: 1. Become acquainted with the strategies used for impeachment during cross examination and recognize the tactic used to implement those strategies when they arise. 2. Understand how a defense attorney prepares their cross examination with certain strategies in mind and utilizes those which further their theory of the case. 3. Grasp the significance and impact their  professional and personal background, experiences, attitudes and relationships have upon their cross-examination experience.

Hours: Instructional Method:

90 Minutes Lecture/Scenario based questions