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Prof. Rosanna Cavallaro, Prof. Michael Avery, Prof. Jeffrey J. Pokorak, Hon. Isaac Borenstein
(Ret.),
4 credits day; 4 credits evening.
Evidence will develop the principles, decisions, and jurisdictional choices, relating to the
presentation of facts, within the context of the adversarial trial system. Emphasis will be placed
upon the Federal Rules of Evidence, applied to issues of: relevance; character and credibility;
hearsay; examination of witnesses; opinions; scientific proof; law and fact; functions of the judge
and the jury; testimonial, circumstantial and real evidence; competency and privilege;
examination and cross examination of witnesses; best evidence rule, parole evidence rule,
hearsay exceptions, and burdens of proof.
Elective Course
Meets Base Menu Requirement
Meets Civil Litigation Concentration Requirements
Recommended for the Mass Bar
Final Exam Required
Evidence and Trial Advocacy