ProView Plus Print Questioning Techniques and Tactics, 3d (Trial Practice Series)

Questioning Techniques and Tactics examines proven techniques of questioning and their direct application to witnesses during trial or at deposition. Along with a discussion of tactics developed by law enforcement personnel, journalists, attorneys, and psychologists, the volume presents court-proven methods for maintaining witness control during oral testimony. Separate sections cover: Fundamentals of questioning strategy Principles of cross-examination Handling witnesses who assert their Fifth Amendment privilege Deposing a corporation, and defending an expert deposition Psychological aspects of questioning strategy Winning through interrogation Questioning techniques and tactics Handling particular types of witnesses Handling opposing counsel Verbal and non-verbal psychological ploys Court-proven advice on maintaining control over oral testimony Alienation of hostile witnesses and opposing counsel