GDLA Trial Academy

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Georgia Defense Lawyers Association
2007 Trial Academy
November 29-December 1, 2007
Callaway Gardens, Pine Mountain, GA

What is the Trial Academy?
The GDLA Trial Academy was developed for lawyers who are ready to begin trying cases or who want to improve their courtroom skills.
Participants will learn by observing experienced defense lawyers and by practicing their own skills in small break-out sessions.

Who Should Attend?
The Academy was designed for attorneys who have intermediate-level training. The program is too advanced for those who
have never taken a deposition, argued a motion or assisted in a trial, and too basic for experienced trial lawyers.

What You Will Learn

•How to cross-examine fact witnesses	•How to cross-examine expert witnesses	•How to conduct a direct examination of your client and the opposing party
•How to use rules of evidence at a trial	•The basic elements of an opening statement	•How to conduct proper voire dire
•Basic guidelines for selecting a jury	•Litigation guidelines to becoming a better trial lawyer	•The effective use of demonstrative evidence
•The dynamics of a closing argument		•How to handle ethical dilemmas