In this episode, the mock trial witness learns seven tips to prepare his or her role as the character. This content expands on episode 4 about the job of a witness and gives tips on how to complete the work. Tip # 1 Work with the attorney as discussed in episode 4 Tip # 2 […]
Ep 4 – The Job of a Mock Trial Witness
In this episode, the mock trial witness learns more about his or her job. The witness role, if prepared for correctly, involves more than memorizing the fact statement. The very best witnesses undertake a detailed and nuanced approach to distinguish themselves with excellence. The discussion in this episode concerns the job of the witness and […]
Ep 2 Cross-Examination Skills
Basic Building Blocks In this episode of Mock Trial Flight School, Brian Bellamy discusses the fundamental building blocks for cross-examination of witnesses in a trial or mock trial setting. The discussion covers three critical aspects of a competent witness cross: organization, persuasion, and style. 1. How to organize the cross-examination persuasively and logically arrange around […]