New York Evidence in Theory and Practice

Catalog description

Students will look at common problems of evidence under New York State law. We will review case law and related materials. In addition, students will both observe and participate in classroom simulations (some of which will include visiting lawyers and judges). The simulations will familiarize students with evidentiary principles as applied in the real (and often fast-moving) world of depositions, hearings and trials. Topics will include the form of questions, making objections, real and demonstrative evidence, documentary evidence, hearsay (and exceptions to the hearsay rule), privileges and the impeachment of witnesses. It is recommended (but not required) that students take the standard federal Evidence course before enrolling in this Seminar.