I am keeping an eye on the media reports about the Michael Lynn trial in the criminal courts going on at the moment. Lynn is a former solicitor, now struck off, who is accused of the theft of approximately €27 million from various banks. He was heavily involved in property development and investment at the… Continue reading A valuable reminder from the Michael Lynn €27m theft trial about cross-examination
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Witnesses, examination in chief and 9 rules for cross examination
Always treat witnesses with respect and politeness. Your questions should be Short Seek 1 fact at a time Remember that: 1 question, 1 fact. Always. Don’t be embarrassed by silence. Don’t go “um”, “arh” etc. Don’t say “ok” or “right” to the answers. Don’t use fill-ins like “and” or “so”. 1 question, 1 fact. Cross… Continue reading Witnesses, examination in chief and 9 rules for cross examination