Expert Witnesses

Catalog description

This course focuses on the legal and practical considerations involved in the use of expert witnesses in trial. Students will learn about the Federal Rules of Evidence and relevant case law that affect the use of witnesses with specialized knowledge, skills, education, or experience (aka experts). The course will offer students an opportunity to learn effective strategies for both the pre-trial and trial stages of their case. Students will be expected to prepare for and conduct jury voir dire, direct/cross examinations, and opening statements/closing arguments related to the expert witnesses and their testimony.