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Cross Boss: Effective Techniques for Cross-Examination

Strategies and Best Practices for Conducting Powerful Cross-Examinations in Trial Advocacy.

Created byNYS Academy of Trial Lawyers
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BeginnerUpdated Mar 25, 2025
Cross Boss: Effective Techniques for Cross-Examination

What You'll Learn

check_circleDevelop strategies for organizing and preparing a cross-examination that supports your case theory.
check_circleLearn specialized approaches for cross-examining expert witnesses, including challenging their credentials and opinions.
check_circleGain skills in controlling witness testimony through precise questioning and managing difficult witnesses.
check_circleApply advanced trial practice tips to enhance your overall effectiveness in cross-examination.

About This Course

Master the most critical and dynamic phase of trial advocacy with an in-depth exploration of advanced courtroom strategies. "Cross Boss: Effective Techniques for Cross-Examination" provides a comprehensive guide to taking control of the witness stand and dismantling opposing testimony with absolute precision. This course delves into the psychology of witness control, the architecture of airtight questioning, and the tactical pacing required to keep evasive or hostile witnesses in check. From trapping difficult experts to weaving a compelling narrative through leading questions, this overview offers litigators the foundational techniques and strategic insights necessary to exude authority, uncover the truth, and confidently command the courtroom.

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NYS Academy of Trial Lawyers
NYS Academy of Trial Lawyers
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The NYS Academy of Trial Lawyers is the largest statewide trial bar in the US with 5,700+ lawyer and judge members. We are committed to protecting, preserving and enhancing the civil justice system. Our highly acclaimed CLE programming features extraordinary presenters covering the most timely and important topics.

Peter  D. Polchinski, Esq.
Peter D. Polchinski, Esq.

Partner at McGivney Kluger Clark & Intoccia, P.C.

Pete is a partner at MKCI's NYC office, where he concentrates his practice on general and product liability, environmental, toxic tort, asbestos, talc, aviation, transportation, commercial law, and professional liability cases. He has won more than 100 jury trials, tried cases in several states, conducted hundreds of expert depositions, and negotiated numerous multi-million dollar global settlements. In addition to his trial experience, Pete is actively involved in the training of the firm's young lawyers, especially those who want to work in the courts. Pete has also created 12 accredited CLE courses and is the author of two books, The Cross-Examination Edge and Elements of Trial Practice (and 2nd Edition).

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