A Visual Refresher Course on Courtroom Persuasion simplifies understanding with a practical, visual approach to trial persuasion. Learn how to become the guiding advocate, develop a simple core message, and skillfully make memories at trial. Like A Visual Refresher Course on Expert Testimony, this is another book you will actually use. Key subjects in this high-yield reference include how professional advocates: 1. Think and argue to win two-sided argumentation. 2. Craft a powerful core message. 3. Develop something meaningful to say using the principles and art of persuasion. 4. Apply the tools of argument into effective trial techniques.
WHAT AWARD-WINNING ADVOCATES AND JURISTS SAY
Retired Michigan Supreme Court Chief Justice Michael F. Cavanagh: “David Sarnacki’s effort is an invaluable aid to the advocate. . . a most helpful primer for both the new and veteran advocates.”
Retired Michigan Court of Appeals Judge William B. Murphy: “If your goal is to be persuasive in court, at ADR or in other aspects of life, this book is for you. .. .”
Stephen R. Drew, Drew Cooper & Anding: “Even after 45 years of trial practice, I find David’s book to be a refreshing reminder of what is important in persuasion, and what is not.”
Brian Clymer, Tucson Attorney at Law: “This compelling book will make you a better advocate whether you are at the beginning of your legal career or near the end.”
Thomas L. Saxe, Rhoades McKee PC: “For litigators, the benefit of having someone else do all of the analysis and distillation of complicated thoughts into a quintessentially simple outline form is invaluable.”
Jennie Boldish Bryan, McShane & Bowie PLC: “Sarnacki reminds us as to the importance of knowing your case, both the strong and weak arguments, and making a compelling and persuasive presentation.”
Melvin Butch Hollowell, The Miller Law Firm Detroit: “This terrific book is . . .so accessible and insightful, with ‘easy on the eyes’ diagrams for best practices in effective courtroom persuasion, including healthy doses of inspiration from Atticus Finch to Dr. King.”