Trial Advocacy

Justice O’Connor on a Lawyer’s Professional Responsibilities

March 17, 2010
By Woodruff

“As a lawyer you are not just an advocate for your client. You are a representative of the law. It is your duty not only to act according to the highest ethical standards but to make sure that you speak up when others intend to do otherwise. Your highest fidelity is to the law;...
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Florida Trial Court Statistics

March 13, 2010
By Woodruff

Look no further if you are interested in trial court statistics in a searchable database. The Florida courts have compiled all this data in an easily searchable format. Just follow the link below. http://trialstats.flcourts.org/TrialCourtStats.aspx
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Anglo Saxon Ordeals

February 16, 2010
By Woodruff

This is a short clip on the Ordeals undergone by the Anglo Saxons.
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Why You Should Not Talk to the Police

November 2, 2009
By Woodruff

This is great advice for anyone wanting to avoid a misunderstanding with law enforcement.
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How Not to Address a Judge

October 31, 2009
By Woodruff

I would think that poor litigant behavior would be a staple on the People’s Court. However, this clip is a little different. In it a law student displays a complete lack of professionalism before the judge. Part of being a successful litigator is learning to control your temper. If you do not learn this...
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Exceptions to the Hearsay Rule – Federal Rules of Evidence 803

October 20, 2009
By Woodruff

This should be entertaining for those taking evidence.
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