Fact Investigation and Analysis

Catalog description

An introduction to the world of fact investigation and analysis, this course will provide an overview of how to develop and scrutinize facts. The course will cover five major topics: 1) How lawyers gather facts; 2) How lawyers evaluate evidence/facts; 3) How to organize evidence into a comprehensive narrative; 4) How human memory, biases, and perception affect fact gathering; and 5) The ethical issues surrounding fact investigations. The course will involve a significant interactive skill development component including mock interviews, drafting exercises, guest speakers, and hands-on investigation exercises.