Trial Skills: The Art and Science of Closing Arguments

About this program
A master class on closing arguments presented by distinguished trial attorneys from both sides of the aisle. This program will cover the practical, theoretical, and creative aspects of crafting a winning closing argument, including:
- Logistics for when and how to create your argument
- Strategic organization and structure techniques
- Use of theories and themes to unify your case and create persuasive arguments
- Methods for determining what arguments and content to include and what to omit
- Unique considerations for each side
- Rebuttals
- Objections
- Limitations on closing arguments
PLUS: Our panelists will each provide a mini closing argument to demonstrate all points covered during the program.
This OnDemand CLE program earns 1.5 hours of General credit in California. It aired July 29, 2024.
More Trial Skills CLEs
Trial Tutorials Examination of Experts
Trial Tutorials: Opening Statements
Trial Tutorials: Persuasive Storytelling
Trial Tutorials: Dealing with Bad Facts and Bad Witnesses
Trial Tutorials: Using Exhibits, Demonstratives, & Technology in Trial
Trial Skills: Types of Evidence and Laying Foundation
Trial Skills: Objection! The Why, How, and When of Making Objections at Trial
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