Unscripted Direct
Conversations with the law school trial advocacy community. Hosted by Spencer Pahlke (shareholder at Walkup Melodia and trial advocacy director at UC Berkeley School of Law) and Justin Bernstein (director of trial advocacy at UCLA School of Law).
Unscripted Direct
Episode 113 - "Dragging Hostages" - Star Trial Lawyer Chris Arledge on How He Cross-Examines
Introduction (0:00:00). Who's at fault for Microphone-Gate?
"How I Teach" (0:04:07). Justin is organizing a new EATS presentation -- and he wants your advice. Who would you like to see teach? And on what topics? (Click here to nominate people.)
The Break (0:08:16). Which 20 teams are headed to AAJ Nationals?
AAJ Report Card (0:10:08). Was the judge shortage solved? What was the case balance in Hunter v. Huffheins and Snoats? Are there any rules that need to be changed? And how does AAJ stac(k) up against TYLA?
AAJ Predictions Recap (0:27:03). Katie Powers complains about spreadsheet access, Sara Williams explains the importance of being "vibey," and both ladies continue the art of humblebragging. Who's getting the spa treatment, Katie or Sara?
Suggested Plagiarism: Chris Arledge (0:40:46). Coming off his most recent eight-figure verdict, Chris explains how he cross-examines differently than most: with "destinations," "persuasive speech," "multiplying facts," and "thesis statements."
Mailbag (1:19:21). A question about NALAE's new All-American Awards.