Evidentiary Challenges in the Courtroom and Boardroom

1 credits · Law School

This simulation course examines the more challenging situations that an attorney can face both in the courtroom and in the corporate context. Students will examine real courtroom dilemmas such as witness flipping, impeachment, and ethical challenges. Students will also discuss legal considerations that apply to both the private and nonprofit sectors related to risk mitigation and litigation prevention. Class discussion will focus on actual scenarios from a variety of trials, hearings, and corporate settings, including an exploration of the applicable rules of evidence, case law, and procedure. Students will learn practical skills, including witness preparation, questioning techniques, evidentiary arguments, and litigation defense strategy. Students will be expected to participate in several simulations based on actual cases involving deposition preparation, witness preparation and questioning, a boardroom dispute, and a contract settlement negotiation. Students will engage in issue identification, be able to explain ethical considerations, and apply the relevant rules of evidence to various situations. Pass/Fail. Enrollment Limited. [1]