May the Record Reflect

36. I’ll Be the Judge of That: Best Advice from NITA’s Judges

November 08, 2022 National Institute for Trial Advocacy Episode 36
May the Record Reflect
36. I’ll Be the Judge of That: Best Advice from NITA’s Judges
Show Notes

This month’s episode features advice and observations from some of NITA’s top judges, who serve as faculty, presenters, and board members. They share their reflections on what they’ve seen from their unique vantage point on the bench and dispense helpful tips for the next time you’re in court.
Topics
2:13     What counsel should know before setting foot in my courtroom
10:30  Most common mistake I see lawyers make in my courtroom
17:55  Impressive or memorable things a lawyer has done during trial
 22:50  Nuttiest things I’ve seen during jury selection

Resources
50 Tips for 50 Years, Part 1 and 50 Tips for 50 Years, Part 2
Judge Mark Drummond (podcast) (webcast) (webcast)
Justice Lee Edmon (bio)
Judge Marian Gaston (bio) (webcast)
Judge Nancy Gertner (bio) (podcast) (webcast)
Judge Amy Hanley (bio) (podcast) (podcast) (webcast) (webcast) (webcast)
Judge Ruth Rocker McMillan (bio) (podcast)
Judge Sam Sheldon (bio) (webcast)
Judge Mindy Solomon (bio) (webcast)
Judge Christopher Whitten (bio) (webcast) (webcast)