Maximizing Case Potential - Preparing Persuasive Presentations
Friday, February 1, 2008
Noon - 4:30 p.m.
Sponsored by Seattle University School of Law Office of Continuing Legal Education
CLE Credits: 4 General CLE credits anticipated
Even the best case may fail if the attorney is unable to present the essential information in a manner that is readily comprehensible to the decision-maker, whether that be a judge, jury or arbitrator. Attorneys must incorporate into their practice basic principles of communication and utilize the most effective aides for visual presentation of information. This program will discuss principles of persuasion, spanning the range from typography to social psychology and demonstrate ways to design and use visual displays of information for maximum persuasive effect. Trial attorneys who regularly use software programs like PowerPoint and TrialDirector will provide concrete examples, as well as tips for effectively incorporating exhibits and visual aids into every aspect of a trial.
Speakers
- Greg Hollon, Member, McNaul Ebel Nawrot & Helgren, PLLC
- Jimmy Hung, Senior Deputy Prosecuting Attorney for King County
- Kathryn Y. Kim, former Visiting Professor of Legal Writing and Adjunct Professor of Criminal Law, Seattle University School of Law
Program Schedule and Topics
| 11:30 - Noon | Registration and Box Lunch |
| Noon - 1:30 p.m. |
Session 1: The Science of Persuasion – Understanding How Best to Convey Your Message Speaker: Kathryn Y. Kim |
| 1:30 - 2:45 p.m. |
Session 2: Using Exhibits to Tell Your Story – Effective PowerPoint Presentations at Trial Speaker: Jimmy Hung |
| 2:45 - 3 p.m. |
Break |
| 3 - 4:15 p.m. |
Session 3: Weaving Your Story Together – Effective Use of TrialDirector and Other Technologies Speaker: Greg Hollon |
| 4:15 - 4:30 p.m. |
Closing Q&A |
For additional information about this, or any Seattle University School of Law CLE seminar, please contact Roxanne Mennes in the Office of Continuing Legal Education at mennesr@seattleu.edu or by phone at 206.398.4092.
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