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In this lesson, you will get tips for arguing a motion in court, how to state the facts and share the law, reasons to share appellate cases, and rebuttal arguments. Oral argument Transcript Greet the judge and briefly state your name and role, plaintiff or defendant. Summarize your legal premise and the legal, moral, and […]

In this lesson, you will get a relatable example of how to determine the legal authorities you need and your legal position, based on your role in the case. Before starting, you must know… The parts of an argument Transcript For this lesson, you should have a clear understanding of the facts of your case,

In this lesson, you will learn step-by-step how to craft a legal argument using a relatable example.  Before starting, you must know… Crafting a legal argument This section uses a fictional example to explain a legal argument. Eric’s Argument: Josie’s Argument: In the end, Josie has the law, the facts, and the stronger argument. Transcript

In this lesson, you will learn how to stay focused during your litigation process, how to choose your battles, and real-life examples of how not staying focused could negatively affect your case.  Stay focused Transcript In order to properly describe orally and in writing, why you\’re right, you need to stay focused. How do you

In this lesson, you will learn all the reasons to be assertive during the litigation process. You will also learn the elements to show assertiveness in the best way during trial. Be assertive Transcript Why be assertive? In litigation, assertive people are firm, direct, and clear about what they want and need and take responsibility

In this lesson, you will learn best practices for what to wear when going to court. Transcript Our topic today is about what to wear in court. Don\’t go to court looking like a lawyer. Look like you represent yourself, but argue like a lawyer. This is too dressy; in other words, too lawyerly. This

In this lesson, you will learn to appear fearless while in court, and important tips to remain confident when going to trial.  What\’s fearlessness? Transcript Just the attempt to appear fearless makes it easier for you to express yourself. Speak out. Stay on offense and fight when you need to. Fear is one of the

In this lesson, you will learn about courtroom seating, courtroom procedures, and how to address the judge during the hearing. Courtroom procedures Transcript Typically, the plaintiff is seated to the judge\’s right and defendant to the left, but that might vary. In some courts, the plaintiff may be seated nearest the jury. When in doubt,