The 4 Most Common Hearsay Exceptions ⏤ Tips for Winning Hearsay Objections in Mock Trial
Hearsay is one of the most common objections in mock trial, which means it's super important for you to have a firm grasp of the most frequently used hearsay exceptions. So, in this episode, we'll go ...
23 Aug 202312min
What is Hearsay? Breaking Down the Hearsay Rule for Mock Trial Objections
It's super important for mock trial competitors to have a firm grasp of the Rules of Evidence as the deal with objections, and one of the most frequently cited rules is hearsay. So, in this video, we'...
9 Aug 202314min
How to Practice, Prepare and Perform Like a National Champion in Mock Trial
In this episode of the Mock Trial Masterclass Podcast, 2023 national champions Marcus Miller (coach) and Grant Miner (witness) join the show to share their best tips for coaching, practicing and perfo...
4 Aug 202352min
How to Direct Expert Witnesses in Mock Trial ⏤ Mock Trial Expert Tips
Giving a solid expert witness direct examination is a key to success in many mock trial rounds. So, in this video, I'll give you my best tips for directing experts and giving them plenty of room to sh...
28 Jun 202313min
How to Deliver a Rebuttal in Mock Trial -- Tips for Rebuttals in Mock Trial After Closing Arguments
The hardest thing to do in mock trial is give a rebuttal after your opponent's closing argument. They have to be compeltely responsive to the other side's case, which means they can't be scriped at al...
21 Jun 202310min
How to Make, Write and Develop a Theme in Mock Trial -- Tips for Themes in Mock Trial Opening Statements and Closing Arguments
There's one common thread between every team that wins a championship in mock trial: They all have stellar, rockstar-quality themes that they use incredibly well in their opening statements, closing a...
14 Jun 20239min
How to Make Speculation + Lack of Personal Knowledge Objections in Mock Trial (and win them!)
Two very common objections in mock trial are speculation and lack of personal knowledge⏤if you've ever competed in the courtroom before, chances are one of those two objections popped up. So, in this ...
7 Jun 202310min
3 Jobs Mock Trial Witnesses Should Accomplish on Cross Examination
Cross-examination can be really difficult for witnesses in mock trial, since you never know exactly what to expect. But if you can accomplish these three jobs while you're on the stand, you'll put you...
24 Mai 202310min
