Civil Lawsuit Basics: Appearing at Trial: Rules and Strategies (Torrance)
Thursday, May 7, 2020: 12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. - CANCELLED
Trial is the culmination of a civil lawsuit, where evidence is presented and a decision made by either a jury or a judge (i.e., a "bench trial"). In this class, an experienced trial judge will provide basic rules, strategy and tips about how to present evidence and handle your own trial in a California state court.
Class covers:
- Presenting testimony from friendly witnesses
- Cross-examining unfriendly witnesses
- Getting documents admitted into evidence
- How to stop improper evidence by making effective objections
- Making opening and closing arguments
Presented by: Gohar Abelian
Location:
Torrance Courthouse, 1st Floor
825 Maple Street, Room 110
Torrance, CA 90503 (424)201-0748
Registration fee: FREE
Registration reserves spot
Free parking in the Torrance Civic Center parking lot. Walk-ins welcome!
Forms of payment accepted: Visa, MC, AMEX (no checks or cash please!)
Class approved for Court Interpreter Minimum Continuing Education (CIMCE) credit.
LA Law Library does not provide legal advice:
LA Law Library does not provide legal advice. LA Law Library provides legal resources and assistance with legal research as an educational service. The information presented in this program is not legal advice and is provided solely as an educational service to our patrons. For legal advice, you should consult an attorney.
