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Litigation

Jul. 25, 2001

Jurors Judge Lawyers, Not Just the Facts

The key to success at trial is establishing a positive bond with the jury.

        By Andrew T. Cavagnaro and Elise G. Devecchio-Cavagnaro

        Trial lawyers often become so wrapped up in the law that they forget that the outcome of a trial hangs not just on the evidence and credibility of the witnesses, but also on each attorney's conduct. A case easily can be lost when jurors are turned off by how lawyers act in court. Attorneys who insult witne...

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