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Trial Evidence and Techniques
Mr. Dino M. Colucci,
2 credits day; 2 credits evening.
Trial Evidence and Technique is a dynamic and concentrated course that scrutinizes both the
anatomy and nuance of a trial. Because the enrollment is strictly limited to 24 students, each
participant can expect to gain practical skills and experience throughout the semester in an
authentic courtroom setting. The course culminates in a mock trial whereby each student works
with other members of his or her ―firm‖ in strategizing a theme of the case, conducting motions
in limine, delivering opening statements, introducing and objecting to evidence, eliciting trial
testimony, interposing objections, marshaling facts, engaging in closing argument and ultimately
persuading a jury. Half of the student‘s grade is derived from class attendance and participation
while the remaining 50% comes from the student‘s performance at the semester-end mock trial.
The final grade will be based on class participation (50%) and the mock trial (50%)
Prerequisite: Evidence; Enrollment is limited to those who have not taken a Trial Practice or
Trial Advocacy courses.
Enrollment is limited: 24
Elective Course
Meets Skills Menu Requirement
Meets Civil Litigation Concentration Requirements