Get Into Your Trial Stance

Trials require your lawyer to present a set of facts, a story really, to a group of strangers (judges and juries). The strength of your presentation will determine whether those strangers rule in your favor. Since most facts presented at trial are in the form of live testimony, the witnesses chosen to testify must be clear, conversational and truthful. Most importantly, they must come across in a sincere and compelling manner. This is a tall order, and one that is not lost on witnesses, so it is only natural for witnesses to be nervous and/or easily confused while testifying.

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