Closing Arguments, 2011 ed.

This work includes discussion of strategies and techniques of a convincing closing statement, examining such issues as timing, references, handling objections, instructions, and rebuttals. It covers the use of visual aids and corroborating evidence, and dealing with difficult judges. Sections include The Law of Closing Argument; Propriety and Prejudicial Effect of Argument; Parties; Witnesses; Opposing Counsel; Nonproduction of Evidence or Witnesses; Failure to Testify; Demonstrations; Visual Aids; Referring to Writings in Argument; Verdict and Damages in Civil Cases; Argument Concerning Guilt and Punishment of Accused; Corrective Measures; Specimens of Eloquence; Civil Cases; Actions; Criminal Cases; Specific Offenses; Legal Maxims; and Quotations.