In Courtroom Persuasion: Winning with Art, Drama and Science, a master litigator and former AAJ president explains how to use the rhetorical styles, psychological principles, and dramatic techniques of courtroom persuasion to formulate a cohesive, winning trial strategy. This work will help you introduce the theme of a case and explore any problems or weaknesses during the critical jury selection process. It also provides proven techniques to help you create a core theme, then weave the facts into a compelling story to convince the jury or compel the judge to rule in your favor. Also included is a list of dos and donts for opening statements and closing arguments.