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California Judges Benchbook: Civil Proceedings—Trial, 2d

California Judges Benchbook: Civil Proceedings—Trial, 2d

By CA Center for Judicial Education & Research
Copyright: 2010-2011
Last Updated: 9/16/2011
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Series: California Judges Benchbook
Brand: Bancroft Whitney
Pages: 1302
Components: 3 Print
Free Update Period: 90 days
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Description

This hardcover benchbook guides you through civil trial proceedings, including voir dire, the examination of witnesses, the introduction of evidence, and argument. Offers an insider’s view, as it focuses on the judge's role during a civil trial and provides perspective on how judges manage the courtroom. Written by judges for judges, it offers guidelines and checklists that a judge will follow when considering your trial motions or motions from opposing counsel. Analyzes the procedural elements common to all motions, and illustrates how to maximize chances for a favorable rulings. Highlights situations in which judicial practices may differ, and explains alternatives.

Features

  • Emphasizes resolution of potential problems at the outset during a trial management conference
  • Explains the judge's duty to actively control and supervise the proceedings
  • Includes spoken and written forms, judges' worksheet, judges' checklists, charts, and how-to tips and techniques for case management
  • Offers advice on weighing pros and cons, and on exercising discretion
  • Translates the statutes and rules into do's and don'ts, helping avoid sanctions, contempt citations, and mistrial
  • Uncovers techniques that judges use to establish and maintain control of the courtroom
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