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Voir Dire and Jury Selection: The Complete Guide

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5 hours 55 minutes
John Dunlap
James Susag
Alicia Johnson
Daniel Shulman
With John E. Dunlap from Law Offices of John E. Dunlap + 3 others
Recorded July 30, 2024
Product ID 98769

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Overview

The Powers and Limits of Selecting the Decision-Makers

Whether you're about to try your first jury trial or are just looking for a refresher, this practical overview is for you! Experienced trial attorneys will share their approaches to selecting the best jury for each case. Walk through the essential steps of the process, discuss questions that yield honest responses, and troubleshoot common problem scenarios. Build your trial skills - register today!

  • Get through natural defenses and obfuscation at the true views and values of the jurors.
  • Make the best use of challenges for cause and peremptory challenges.
  • Introduce the case to jurors without breaking any rules.
  • Resolve common jury selection problems and prepare to preserve errors for appeals.

Abbreviated Agenda

  1. Top Problems and Mistakes
  2. Jury Instructions Do's and Don'ts
  3. Voir Dire and Jury Selection: Key Steps, Rules, and Procedure
  4. Preparing for Voir Dire and Jury Selection
  5. Voir Dire Questions to Get Potential Jurors to Open Up: Uncovering Hidden Biases and Beliefs
  6. Tips for Building Trust and Introducing Case Information Without Crossing any Lines
  7. Tactical Peremptory Challenges and Challenges for Cause
  8. Legal Ethics of Jury Selection

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Product ID 98769

Credit Details

Credits Available
Credit Status Total
Alaska CLE Approved 6 Total
Arizona CLE Approved 6 Total
California CLE Approved 6 Total
Colorado CLE Approved 7 Total
Connecticut CLE Approved 6 Total
Delaware CLE Approved 6 Total
Hawaii CLE Approved 6 Total
Idaho CLE Approved 6 Total
Illinois CLE Approved 6 Total
Maine CLE Approved 6 Total
Minnesota CLE Approved 6 Total
Missouri CLE Approved 6 Total
Northern Mariana Islands CLE Approved 6 Total
Montana CLE Approved 6 Total
North Dakota CLE Approved 6 Total
Nebraska CLE Approved 6 Total
New Hampshire CLE Approved 6 Total
New Mexico CLE Approved 6 Total
Nevada CLE Approved 6 Total
New York CLE Approved 7 Total
Oklahoma CLE Approved 7 Total
Oregon CLE Approved 6 Total
Pennsylvania CLE Approved 6 Total
Rhode Island CLE Upon Request 6 Total
Vermont CLE Approved 6 Total
Washington CLE Approved 6 Total
Wisconsin CLE Approved 7 Total
West Virginia CLE Approved 7.2 Total
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Agenda

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  1. Top Problems and Mistakes

    1. Jury Contamination, Tainted Jurors, Jury Pool
    2. Social Media Problems
    3. Preservation of Error During Voir Dire

  2. Jury Instructions Do's and Don'ts

  3. Voir Dire and Jury Selection: Key Steps, Rules, and Procedure

  4. Preparing for Voir Dire and Jury Selection

  5. Voir Dire Questions to Get Potential Jurors to Open Up: Uncovering Hidden Biases and Beliefs

    1. Establishing Background and Demographics
    2. Revealing Family and Personal History, Relevant Experiences
    3. Beliefs, Values, Attitudes
    4. Uncovering Biases: Conscious and Unconscious
    5. Juror Motivation and Persuasiveness
    6. Tips for Structuring Questions
    7. How to Use Group "Raise Your Hand" Questions

  6. Tips for Building Trust and Introducing Case Information Without Crossing any Lines

  7. Tactical Peremptory Challenges and Challenges for Cause

    1. Peremptory Challenges
    2. Challenges for Cause
    3. Batson Challenges
    4. Saving Desirable Jurors From De-Selection

  8. Legal Ethics of Jury Selection

    1. Contact With Jurors
    2. Guarding Confidentiality
    3. Balancing Advocacy and Ethical Considerations
    4. Candor to the Court and the Jurors
    5. Civility
    6. Recognizing and Combatting Your Own Biases

Who Should Attend

This legal guide is designed for attorneys.

Speakers

John E Dunlap
John E.
Dunlap
Law Offices of John E. Dunlap
James M Susag
James M.
Susag
Larkin Hoffman Daly & Lindgren Ltd.
Alicia Johnson
Alicia
Johnson
Walker Allen
Daniel R Shulman
Daniel R.
Shulman
Shulman Buske Reams PLLC
Speaker bio
John E Dunlap

John E. Dunlap

Law Offices of John E. Dunlap
John Dunlap

is a sole practitioner with Law Offices of John E. Dunlap in Memphis, where he is board-certified by the Tennessee Continuing Legal Education and Specialization Commission in consumer bankruptcy. Mr. Dunlap's main areas of practice include bankruptcy, workers' compensation, personal injury, ERISA litigation, and Social Security disability. He is admitted to practice before the Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals and the United States Supreme Court. Mr. Dunlap is a member of the Memphis and American bar associations, as well as the National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys. He earned his B.A. degree from the University of Tennessee at Knoxville and his J.D. degree from the University of Memphis.

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James M Susag

James M. Susag

Larkin Hoffman Daly & Lindgren Ltd.
James Susag

is a seasoned trial attorney with a focus on franchise and dealer disputes, real estate, and complex commercial matters. He has been the lead attorney in over 100 trials and arbitrations in state and federal courts across the country, and in domestic and international arbitration forums. Mr. Susag has the unique perspective of a trial lawyer who has also managed complex litigation and developed strategic legal plans as in-house counsel. Clients appreciate his boardroom-to-courtroom experience in crafting resolutions for their business disputes. Mr. Susag is admitted to practice in state and federal courts in Minnesota, Washington and Wisconsin, as well as the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seventh, Fourth and Eighth circuits. He earned his B.A. degree, summa cum laude, from the University of St. Thomas and his J.D. degree, summa cum laude, from William Mitchell College of Law.

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Alicia Johnson

Alicia Johnson

Walker Allen
Alicia Johnson

is an attorney with Walker Allen. Her practice is primarily in general civil litigation, including automobile accident, premises liability and medical malpractice defense. Prior to joining Walker Allen, Ms. Johnson served as an assistant district attorney, where she quickly gained the nickname "Bull Dog" for her tenacious trial practice. She earned her B.A. degree, cum laude, from Virginia Commonwealth University and her J.D. degree from North Carolina Central University School of Law.

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Daniel R Shulman

Daniel R. Shulman

Shulman Buske Reams PLLC
Daniel Shulman

is a trial lawyer in Minneapolis, Minnesota, who has been trying cases for the past 50 years. He is a trial attorney with the Minnesota ACLU. Mr. Shulman has been chief counsel in antitrust and other complex commercial litigation involving major industries in a variety of cases ranging from data storage, media, food, oil and gasoline, airlines, consumer electronics, medical electronics, health care, thoroughbred horses, and many other areas. He has also been counsel in trademark and patent infringement actions, and has an active pro bono civil rights practice. Mr. Shulman is a fellow of the American College of Trial Lawyers; International Academy of Trial Lawyers; Litigation Counsel of America, Trial Lawyer Honorary Society; and the Nation's Top One Percent, National Association of Distinguished Counsel. He is a member of the American Bar Association, Minnesota State Bar Association and Hennepin County Bar Association. Mr. Shulman earned his undergraduate degree, with honors, from Harvard University, his Master's degree from Yale University and his J.D. degree, cum laude, from Harvard Law School. He has twice been named a Minnesota Attorney of the Year.

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