Opening Statement

Levine on Trial Advocacy:
Opening Statement
for California Law Practice
by Harvey R. Levine

Effective techniques for composing and delivering winning opening statements in civil jury trials, written by one of the nation's best known trial lawyers. A unique integration of law, tactics and psychology.
Summary of Contents

General Legal Principles Governing Opening Statements

The Decision-Making Process of Jurors

Case Theories and Themes

Utilizing Community Surveys, Focus Groups and Mock Jury Trials in the Design and Presentation of Opening Statements

Maximizing the Effectiveness of Opening Statements: Suggested Methodologies and Techniques

Developing and Utilizing a Case Overview

Presentation Order, Organizational Structure and Length of Opening Statements

Content of Opening Statements

Presentation of Opening Statements

Conduct During Opposing Counsel’s Opening Statement

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