The Trial Lawyer's Handbook
The Trial Lawyer's Handbook is a Courtroom Preparation podcast series brought to you by Holland & Knight. This series is hosted by litigation attorney Dan Small and is based on a longstanding article series he co-authored with Judge Dennis Saylor for Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly. Listeners of this series will gain a fresh perspective on how attorneys can address various trial preparation issues and set themselves up for success in and out of the courtroom.
- Update frequency
- every 6 days
- Average duration
- 7 minutes
- Episodes
- 109
- Years Active
- 2023 - 2025
The Ten Commandments of Cross-Examination
In this episode of "The Trial Lawyer's Handbook" podcast series, Holland & Knight litigation attorney Dan Small discusses the "Ten Commandments of Cross-Examination." Coined by the late Irving Younge…
Refresh vs. Impeach: Know the Difference
In this episode of "The Trial Lawyer's Handbook" podcast series, litigation attorney Dan Small focuses on the distinction between refreshing and impeaching. Mr. Small covers three different approache…
Impeaching with a Deposition
In this episode of "The Trial Lawyer's Handbook" podcast series, litigation attorney Dan Small discusses what to do when impeaching with a deposition. Impeachment with a prior inconsistent statement …
Cross-Examination of Expert Witnesses
In this episode of "The Trial Lawyer's Handbook" podcast series, litigation attorney Dan Small covers typical areas of expert cross-examination and rules to follow when examining an expert witness. M…
Cross-Examination: The Three C’s of Impeachment
In this episode of "The Trial Lawyer's Handbook" podcast series, litigation attorney Dan Small breaks down the "three C's of impeachment," drawing from his experience in a notable grain elevator expl…
Cross-Examination: How to Effectively Impeach with a Prior Inconsistent Statement
In this episode of "The Trial Lawyer's Handbook" podcast series, litigation attorney Dan Small explains how to impeach a witness' credibility through prior inconsistent statements. He emphasizes the …
Cross-Examination: Finding Control
In this episode of his "The Trial Lawyer's Handbook" podcast series, litigation attorney Dan Small explains the importance of maintaining control during cross-examination. He emphasizes the need for …
Cross-Examination: Don't Argue - Elicit Facts
In this episode of "The Trial Lawyer's Handbook" podcast series, litigation attorney Dan Small explains why eliciting facts, not engaging in arguments, is the most effective strategy when cross-exami…
Cross-Examination: Asking the Right Leading Questions
In the latest episode of "The Trial Lawyer's Handbook" podcast series, litigation attorney Dan Small delves into the art of cross-examination, focusing on the strategic use of leading questions. Thro…
Cross-Examination: The Importance of Organization
In this episode of his "The Trial Lawyer's Handbook" podcast series, litigation attorney Dan Small emphasizes the importance of preparation and organization when engaging in cross-examination. Mr. Sm…
Understanding When to Cross-Examine
In this episode of "The Trial Lawyer's Handbook" podcast series, litigation attorney Dan Small shares the importance of understanding when to cross-examine. Mr. Small highlights the challenges that c…
Cross-Examination: Basic Approaches
In this episode of "The Trial Lawyer's Handbook" podcast series, litigation attorney Dan Small outlines nine basic approaches attorneys can incorporate when conducting a cross-examination. He encoura…
Direct Examination: Offering Exhibits
In this episode of his "The Trial Lawyer's Handbook" podcast series, litigation attorney Dan Small provides a comprehensive guide on effectively introducing and utilizing exhibits during trials. He o…
Basic Points to Consider in Redirect Examination
In this episode of "The Trial Lawyer's Handbook" podcast series, litigation attorney Dan Small discusses the nuanced art of redirect examination, emphasizing its strategic use to mitigate damage and …
The "Why" of Cross-Examination
In this episode of "The Trial Lawyer's Handbook" podcast series, litigation attorney Dan Small covers the crucial role of cross-examination and its impact on our justice system. In the episode, Mr. S…
Direct Examination: Looping and Bookending
In this episode of "The Trial Lawyer's Handbook" podcast series, litigation attorney Dan Small discusses the real-world challenges of direct examination, emphasizing that while the ideal scenario wou…
Direct Examination: Getting Rid of Clutter
In this episode of his "The Trial Lawyer's Handbook" podcast series, litigation attorney Dan Small highlights the impact of verbal clutter in legal proceedings. He stresses the importance of asking c…
Direct Examination: Asking Questions in the Right Order
In the latest episode of the "The Trial Lawyer's Handbook" podcast series, litigation attorney Dan Small shares insights on strengthening direct examinations. He stresses that every question should a…
Direct Examination: Controlling a Friendly Witness
In this episode of "The Trial Lawyer's Handbook" podcast series, litigation attorney Dan Small goes over how to avoid leading questions on direct examinations while still maintaining control. Mr. Sma…
Direct Examination: To Lead or Not to Lead
In this episode of "The Trial Lawyer's Handbook" podcast series, litigation attorney Dan Small explores how to avoid asking leading questions during direct examination. The Federal Rules of Evidence …