On the Jury Trial: Principles and Practices for Effective Advocacy, Second Edition

By Thomas M Melsheimer and Craig Smith

An essential easy-to-read guide for both new and seasoned courtroom lawyers.

Looking for fly-on-the-wall insight into world-class trial preparation and strategy? Here it is.

A behind-the-scenes tour of the inner workings of the judicial process? On the Jury Trial: Principles and Practices for Effective Advocacy, Second Edition has you covered. Its combination of advice, illustration, and commentary is every bit as valuable as it is unique. Topics include voir dire, opening statement, preparing witnesses, cross examination, using exhibits, closing argument, jury research, and more, with excellent examples and "do's and don'ts" provided throughout.

Every litigator should have this book on the shelf, no matter the state in which they practice.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1639056491
• ISBN13: 9781639056491
• Release Date: October 2025
• Publisher: American Bar Association
• Length: 268 Pages
• Weight: 1.19 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 5.9" x 9.1"