Comparative Trial Advocacy

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Students will spend two weeks in London gaining exposure to various aspects of trial advocacy in a global setting. Foundational discussions and simulations on oral arguments, opening and closing statements, witness preparation and cross examination, will give way to a final trial. Students will gain a diversity of perspectives and advice from London¿s barristers and solicitors representing a wide cross-section of criminal and civil practice areas. Class size is limited to 16 students. Prerequisites ¿ For College of Law students: Any J.D. residential/interactive law student who has completed the First Year/Lower Division Curriculum and is in good academic standing. Any LL.M. or S.J.D. student in good academic standing. ¿ All students must comply with current travel, visa, and health requirements of Syracuse University and the United Kingdom.