Check out some of the new books in the library. They can be found on the New Books shelves located by the copier on the main floor of the library.
Acting skills for lawyers / Laura Mathis KF8915 .M374 2011
For the lawyer, research and written communications are only half the battle. In this innovative book you’ll learn how to develop and use stage presence, use an actors voice and gestures, develop characters for different audiences, deliver effective speeches, adopt the role of talk-show host for depositions, improvise in unprepared situations, be the acting coach for your witness, use monologue skills in your closing arguments, and even take the perfect professional photo! Amazon
Anatomy of a trial : a handbook for young lawyers / by Paul Mark Sandler KF8915 .S24 2011
Anatomy of a Trial examines the key phases of jury trials (voir dire, opening statements, direct and cross-examination, and closing arguments) in the context of two particular cases, one criminal and the other civil. The criminal case involves highly complex subjects and law, and examines simplification and storytelling for the jury. The civil case illustrates the credibility of witnesses, and also showcases the critical importance of experts in trials of a technical nature. Amazon
Annotated model rules of professional conduct KF305.A44 A2 2011
The Annotated Model Rules of Professional Conduct is ABA's definitive resource for information about lawyer ethics. Each chapter includes a Rule and its Comment, a detailed discussion of the Rule's meaning, application and interpretation, with citations to more than 4,000 cases and ethics opinions, hundreds of law review articles, and the relevant sections of the Restatement (Third) of the Law Governing Lawyers. The information is carefully organized under numerous subheadings, making it easy to find specific information. Amazon
Basic legal research : tools and strategies / Amy E. Sloan KF240 .S66 2009 AT CIRC DESK
Basic Legal Research: Tools and Strategies, leads the field with:
• accessible, clear, step-by-step instruction on the basics of legal research
• a building-block approach that breaks the material into discrete, easily digested parts
• self-contained chapters on research sources that can easily adapt to a variety of teaching objectives
• organization within each chapter that allows professors to choose how much emphasis to place on print and electronic research
• helpful end-of-chapter checklists, clear examples, and summary charts that support comprehension and memory
• sample pages and examples of research sources throughout
• a preview of what students will encounter in practice Amazon
Job quest for lawyers : the essential guide to finding and landing the job you want / Sheila Nielsen KF297 .N54 2011
This book provides step-by-step guidance that finally makes networking inspiring instead of a chore. The "quest" motif applies to each stage of the job search. The book demystifies networking by including illustrations from the author's own experiences and from the stories of her clients that provide examples of the real world do's and don'ts of how to conduct a productive job search. Amazon
The last murder : the investigation, prosecution, and execution of Ted Bundy / George R. Dekle, Sr. HV6789 .D395 2011
The Last Murder: The Investigation, Prosecution, and Execution of Ted Bundy follows the facts and circumstances of Kim Leach's disappearance and the investigation and prosecution of Ted Bundy in rough chronological order, from Bundy's escape from a Colorado jail in 1977 to his execution at Florida State Prison in 1989. It provides an inside look at the intricacies and complications of this historic case that spanned many states and jurisdictions, documenting how unselfishness and dogged determination were key to solving the case. The story is told from the vantage point of one intimately involved in both the investigation and prosecution of the criminal, clearly showing how friction between agencies can impede the investigation and how cooperation can expedite a solution. The book emphasizes the important role played by circumstantial evidence and forensic science, explores the impact of pervasive publicity upon such an investigation, critiques the investigation and prosecution of Bundy, and offers suggestions on how—and how not—to deal with "celebrity killers" in the future. Amazon
Should you really be a lawyer? : the guide to smart career choices before, during & after law school / Deborah Schneider and Gary Belsky KF297 .S36 2010 AT CIRC DESK
Are you making the right decision to get into--or remain--in law? Whether you're a prospective law student, a current law student, or even a practicing lawyer, the decision to enter--or remain--in law ranks among the biggest career decisions you'll ever make. From the latest research on decision-making, authors Deborah Schneider and Gary Belsky have written a unique career-building guide that will help you evaluate and answer the most basic question facing you now: Should you really be a lawyer? Amazon
Writing shorter legal documents : strategies for faster and better editing / Sandra J. Oster KF250 .O848 2011
When you're on a deadline with the court and are over the maximum word count in your document, this book provides the fast, easy editing tricks you'll need. It’s a concise, practical handbook that explains how to quickly reduce the length of your legal documents. It's a collection of advice written to keep you within grammatical and court rules, for both length and construction, while preserving and even clarifying your argument Amazon
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