Learn the challenging arts of trial advocacy and persuasion in this unique, hands-on program.  Using NITA’s learning-by-doing method, participants in Building Trial Skills engage in a simulation of necessary courtroom skills, see trial demonstrations, and hear lectures on advocacy from NITA's experienced faculty of trial lawyers, judges, advocacy teachers, and communications experts.

Participants learn to better perform direct and cross examinations, lay foundations, deliver opening statements and closing arguments, learn the right way to impeach, and do voir dire followed by instant faculty feedback and critique of live and video taped performances.  In addition, all program participants will get a better understanding of jury psychology through the execution of a full jury trial, and will get to watch the jury deliberate via closed circuit TV, and then hear the jurors' critique. 

Whether you are a recent graduate or a seasoned professional, Building Trial Skills will change the way you approach trials, improving your performance exponentially. It is estimated that this program will provide 51 CLE Credits

*Qualifies as one credit toward the NITA Advocate Designation.

Early Enrollment Discount: Register 60+ days in advance of program start date and receive $200 off the cost of tuition. When checking out, use Discount Code NWSTEE.