Represent yourself in court : how to prepare & try a winning case
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Berkeley, California : Nolo, 2013.
Edition
8th Edition.
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543 pages : illustrations ; 26 cm
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Published
Berkeley, California : Nolo, 2013.
Format
Book
Edition
8th Edition.
Language
English
Notes
General Note
Includes index.
Description
" Sometimes it makes sense to handle a court case without an attorney. Learn about acting as your own lawyer in Nolo's easy-to-use, plain-English guide, Represent Yourself in Court. This book breaks down the trial process into easy-to-understand steps so that you can act as your own lawyer -- safely and efficiently. Find out what to say, how to say it -- even where to stand when you address the judge and jury. Get details on how to: - file court papers - handle depositions and interrogatories - comply with courtroom procedures - pick a jury - prepare your evidence and line up witnesses - present your opening statement and closing argument - cross-examine hostile witnesses - understand and apply rules of evidence - locate, hire and effectively use expert witnesses - make and respond to your opponent's objections - get limited help from an attorney as needed - monitor the work of an attorney if you decide to hire one Whether you're a plaintiff or a defendant, this book will help you confidently handle a divorce, personal injury case, landlord/tenant dispute, breach of contract, small business dispute, or any other civil lawsuit. This edition has been revised with the latest rules and court procedures, and includes updated information on electronic discovery rules and fax filing procedures. Plus, you'll get enhanced materials on court assistance for pro per litigants and an expanded discussion of self-representation in bankruptcy court"--,Provided by publisher.
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"Be your own lawyer and save on attorney fees -- with help from Represent Yourself in Court. The simple yet thorough instructions you'll find in this complete guide to self-representation in civil court will help you: file court papers prepare your evidence and line up witnesses handle depositions and interrogatories "--,Provided by publisher.
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APA Citation, 7th Edition (style guide)
Bergman, P., Berman-Barrett, S. J., & Twohy, M. (2013). Represent yourself in court: how to prepare & try a winning case (8th Edition.). Nolo.
Chicago / Turabian - Author Date Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)Bergman, Paul, 1943-, Sara J. Berman-Barrett and Mike, Twohy. 2013. Represent Yourself in Court: How to Prepare & Try a Winning Case. Nolo.
Chicago / Turabian - Humanities (Notes and Bibliography) Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)Bergman, Paul, 1943-, Sara J. Berman-Barrett and Mike, Twohy. Represent Yourself in Court: How to Prepare & Try a Winning Case Nolo, 2013.
MLA Citation, 9th Edition (style guide)Bergman, Paul, Sara J. Berman-Barrett, and Mike Twohy. Represent Yourself in Court: How to Prepare & Try a Winning Case 8th Edition., Nolo, 2013.
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