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Opening Statements and Cross-Examining Difficult Expert Witnesses


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Categories:
Litigation
Faculty:
Nathan Osborn, Partner
Program Credits:
1-1.2
Credit Type:
General
Program Type:
On Demand


Description

This Continuing Legal Education course provides practical strategies and techniques for delivering effective opening statements and conducting cross-examinations of difficult expert witnesses. Attendees will learn how to frame compelling narratives in opening statements, avoid common pitfalls, and master the art of questioning expert witnesses. Special emphasis is placed on handling complex testimony from experienced experts, attacking credibility, and preparing thoroughly to succeed in cross-examination.

Learning Objectives:

  1. Structure a strong, compelling opening statement that sets the tone for trial.
  2. Employ effective delivery techniques, such as concise, clear, and credible presentation styles.
  3. Apply strategies for cross-examining difficult expert witnesses, including attacking credibility and using constructive questioning.
  4. Identify and avoid common pitfalls in cross-examinations, such as over-questioning and missteps in credibility attacks.
  5. Prepare thoroughly for trial, including understanding key legal issues, reviewing deposition transcripts, and anticipating expert witness testimony.

Credits


Alabama

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Credit Type: General
Credit Amount: 1
Course Type: On Demand
Course Expiration: 12/31/2025
Status: Approved


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Credit Type: General
Credit Amount: 1
Course Type: On Demand
Course Expiration: 11/20/2027
Status: Approved

CLE programs which take place outside of Alaska or are webcast from outside of Alaska are not required to be accredited by the Alaska Bar Association.  Alaska Bar members may claim credit for attendance at CLE programs offered in or from other jurisdictions if the program has been accredited by another MCLE jurisdiction.  


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Credit Amount: 1
Course Type: On Demand
Course Expiration: 11/20/2027
Status: Approved

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Course Expiration: 11/20/2027
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Course Expiration: 11/20/2025
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Faculty

Nathan Osborn, Partner's Profile

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Montgomery Little & Soran, PC


Nathan G. Osborn is an Equity Shareholder with Montgomery Little & Soran, specializing in real estate litigation, transactions, and commercial litigation. Licensed in Colorado and Nebraska, he serves as a full-service corporate attorney for real estate and medical businesses and can be hired as an expert witness in real estate, attorney fees, and trial-related cases. With significant trial experience, Mr. Osborn helps transactional clients avoid court situations, while his transactional expertise benefits his litigation cases. He handles a variety of matters, including real estate title disputes, title insurance, boundary disputes, landlord-tenant issues, foreclosures, and more. Mr. Osborn has tried 61 cases, including defending lenders in fraud lawsuits and representing homeowners' associations in access disputes. He holds an "AV Preeminent" rating from Martindale Hubbell since 2014 and has been recognized as a Super Lawyer. A former Deputy District Attorney in El Paso County, he volunteers as a basketball coach and is a published author and sought after speaker.