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Look to Hollywood and Madison Avenue for Inspiration

June 28, 2010
By Woodruff
Look to Hollywood and Madison Avenue for Inspiration

One of the key components to a good case is a theme. The theme should speak to the judge or jury. It does not need to be long or complicated, a simple sentence works best. For example, everyone remembers Johnnie Cochran’s “if it doesn’t fit, you must acquit.” If you are not creative, or...
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Famous Trials

June 21, 2010
By Woodruff
Famous Trials

Douglas Linder at the University of Missouri – Kansas City School of Law has created a webpage of famous trials. It contains transcripts, biographies, and other information. The earliest trial included is that of Socrates (399 B.C.). The most recent trial covered is the prosecution of Moussauri in 2006. It is a great source...
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