This comprehensive course is designed to provide attorneys with an in-depth understanding of the rules and procedures governing the introduction and exclusion of evidence in legal proceedings. Through a step-by-step approach, participants will learn how to effectively admit or challenge evidence, plan exhibits for trial, prepare and introduce social media and digital evidence, utilize demonstrative evidence, work with documentary evidence, present expert witness testimony, handle objections, and navigate the complex realm of hearsay and other objections. By the end of this course, attendees will possess the knowledge and skills necessary to strategically wield evidence in court, ensuring a compelling case presentation.

Key topics discussed:

• Admitting and Excluding Evidence
• Planning Exhibits for Your Trial
• Planning Testimony for Your Trial
• Preparing and Introducing Social Media, Texts, Emails, and More
• Using Demonstrative Evidence to Bolster Your Case
• Using Documentary Evidence
• Expert Witness Testimony
• Hearsay Exceptions and Overcoming Hearsay Objections
• Other Objections: Authentication, Undue Prejudice, Habit and Routine, Privilege
• Curative Instructions and Motions to Strike
• Form of the Question Techniques