Law Practice
Nov. 25, 2020
Direct and cross examination: The art of asking questions
One of an attorneys most powerful tools is the ability to call and orally examine witnesses under oath.
Don G. Rushing
Of Counsel
Fox Law APC
Don is a fellow of the American College of Trial Lawyers, a retired partner of Morrison & Foerster.
Christopher Hendricks
Attorney
Fox Law APC
The rules of procedure and evidence provide trial lawyers with one of the most important tools of their profession: the ability to call and orally examine witnesses under oath.
Compare a trial to a sandwich. The whole thing is held together by the bread that is opening statement and closing argument, your chance to argue the case. The toppings that spice up the sandwich is voir dire, the opportunity to interact with the jury to learn...
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