Michael Waddington

In a criminal trial, cross-examination of the prosecution’s forensic expert may make the difference between victory or defeat. More and more, aggressive prosecutors are relying on forensic psychiatrists, toxicologists, and other experts to help obtain convictions. Some expert witnesses will do whatever it takes, including misapplying scientific research to bolster the prosecution’s case. For the sake of justice, defense lawyers must be able to cross-examine and nullify forensic experts… Show more

In a criminal trial, cross-examination of the prosecution’s forensic expert may make the difference between victory or defeat. More and more, aggressive prosecutors are relying on forensic psychiatrists, toxicologists, and other experts to help obtain convictions. Some expert witnesses will do whatever it takes, including misapplying scientific research to bolster the prosecution’s case. For the sake of justice, defense lawyers must be able to cross-examine and nullify forensic experts effectively.

In the second Bill Cosby trial and Harvey Weinstein’s New York trial, both sides prominently used forensic experts. In these cases, counterintuitive victim behavior experts played a vital role in the prosecution’s trial strategy. This book will help defense lawyers neutralize such experts.

This book will assist criminal defense practitioners in scoring points when cross-examining forensic experts. This resource contains thousands of questions that will help defense lawyers cross-examine challenging witnesses, using scientific research, without having to reinvent the wheel with each new case. It contains pattern questions that can be used to dominate prosecution experts and level the playing field at trial, and the sample cross-examination questions can be easily modified and used in a variety of cases. The questions provided serve as a starting point. Because every case is different, the cross-examiner should modify the questions based on the facts of their case.

There are hundreds of citations included for scientific research, so lawyers can readily impeach opposing experts using the learned treatise exception.

This book will assist in the cross-examination of:
forensic psychiatrists;
forensic toxicologists;
strangulation experts;
law enforcement;
social workers;
as well as experts in child abuse, assault, and sex crimes. Show less

Kick-Ass Closings is a powerful resource for new and experienced criminal defense lawyers, so they can deliver devastating closing arguments with minimal prep time. This book provides a simple and straightforward template that can be used in any criminal trial and hundreds of sample closing arguments that can be crafted to fit the facts of your case. 

Used properly, this book can save you time, and increase the power and effectiveness of your closing arguments. More importantly, it will… Show more

Kick-Ass Closings is a powerful resource for new and experienced criminal defense lawyers, so they can deliver devastating closing arguments with minimal prep time. This book provides a simple and straightforward template that can be used in any criminal trial and hundreds of sample closing arguments that can be crafted to fit the facts of your case. 

Used properly, this book can save you time, and increase the power and effectiveness of your closing arguments. More importantly, it will help save lives, and protect the freedom of those whom we defend.

THIS BOOK CONTAINS:
• 310 closing argument snippets from dozens of jury trials.

• Arguments made by legendary lawyers such as Johnnie Cochran, Thomas Mesereau, Mark Geragos, Mark O’Mara, Jose Baez, Barry Scheck, Clarence Darrow, Michael Waddington, Timothy Bilecki, James A.H. Bell, Brian Bieber, Cheney Mason, Jerome Buting, Eric Romano, Ian Friedman, Dean Strang, Robert Casale, Gerry Spence, and Paul Bergrin.

• Arguments from the high-profile trials of O.J. Simpson, Casey Anthony, Michael Jackson, Scott Peterson, George Zimmerman, Steven Avery, and the Iron Triangle Murders.

• Dozens of Quotes & Parables that can help drive the point home.

• Charts and diagrams that visually demonstrate concepts such as Proof Beyond a Reasonable Doubt, Mistake of Fact, Self-defense, and others.

• A handy table of contents to help you quickly find a winning argument.

ARGUMENT TOPICS INCLUDE:

• Reasonable Doubt & Burden Shifting
• Circumstantial Evidence
• Lack of Corroboration
• Overreaching, Corrupt, & Cynical Prosecutors
• Justice
• Liars, Credibility, Snitches, Demeanor
• Racial Prejudice
• Forensics, Experts, & Contamination
• Biased, Corrupt & Incompetent Investigators
• Coerced Statements
• Legal Defenses: Self Defense, Mistake of Fact, Entrapment, Alibi, and others
• Crimes: Sexual Assault, Violent Crimes, Online Sex Stings, and others
• Shutting Down the Prosecution’s Rebuttal Argument Show less

In sexual assault trials, many prosecution witnesses see themselves as advocates and members of the prosecution team. Some witnesses will do whatever is necessary to win and send the defendant to prison. This may include lying, exaggerating, and misstating facts. NACDL’s Pattern Cross-Examination for Sexual Assault Cases was written for criminal defense lawyers on the front lines in the war on sexual assault. It contains pattern questions that can be used to dominate prosecution witnesses and… Show more

In sexual assault trials, many prosecution witnesses see themselves as advocates and members of the prosecution team. Some witnesses will do whatever is necessary to win and send the defendant to prison. This may include lying, exaggerating, and misstating facts. NACDL’s Pattern Cross-Examination for Sexual Assault Cases was written for criminal defense lawyers on the front lines in the war on sexual assault. It contains pattern questions that can be used to dominate prosecution witnesses and level the playing field at trial.

Designed to give defense counsel cross-examination questions that can be easily modified and used in a variety of sexual assault cases, this resource will help defense lawyers cross-examine challenging witnesses without having to reinvent the wheel with each new case. It contains thousands of questions to effectively cross-examine a variety of witnesses, to include: the alleged victim; crime scene investigators; sexual assault forensic examiners; DNA experts, hostile witnesses, and more. It covers a range of topics including: selective memory; victim injury; motive to lie; false allegations; false confessions; proper evidence handling; and more. Many of the questions are based on medical and law enforcement textbooks and training manuals that are used throughout the United States.

Because every case is different, the cross-examiner should modify the questions based on the facts of their case. This Trial Guide is not a textbook on the theories of cross-examination, rather, it provides sample questions based on fact patterns commonly encountered in sexual assault cases.

Includes Chapters on:
- Dealing With Difficult Witnesses
- Cross-Examining the Alleged Victim
- Cross-Examining the Sexual Assault Forensic Examiner
- Commonly Used Sexual Assault Examiner Terms
- Cross Examining Witnesses Regarding Forensic Evidence
- Cross-Examining Law Enforcement
- Cross-Examining Bystanders/Friends Show less

This publication examines and reports on the major issues, trends and significant changes in the criminal justice system. The 2016 volume contains 20 chapters focusing on specific aspects of the criminal justice field, with summaries of all of the adopted official ABA policies passed in 2015-2016 that address criminal justice issues.

Authors from across the criminal justice field provide essays on topics ranging from white collar crime to international law to juvenile justice. The State… Show more

This publication examines and reports on the major issues, trends and significant changes in the criminal justice system. The 2016 volume contains 20 chapters focusing on specific aspects of the criminal justice field, with summaries of all of the adopted official ABA policies passed in 2015-2016 that address criminal justice issues.

Authors from across the criminal justice field provide essays on topics ranging from white collar crime to international law to juvenile justice. The State of Criminal Justice is an annual publication that examines and reports on the major issues, trends and significant changes in the criminal justice system during a given year. As one of the cornerstones of the Criminal Justice Section’s work, this publication serves as an invaluable resource for policy-makers, academics, and students of the criminal justice system alike.

Edited by Prof. Mark E. Wojcik, The John Marshall Law School.

This book was published by the American Bar Association (ABA), The ABA is one of the world’s largest voluntary professional organizations, with nearly 400,000 members and more than 3,500 entities. It is committed to doing what only a national association of attorneys can do: serving our members, improving the legal profession, eliminating bias and enhancing diversity, and advancing the rule of law throughout the United States and around the world. Show less

Amazon Bestseller since February 2016 - Are you struggling to find your stride as a trial attorney?

Do you fail, even when you know you are doing everything the “right” way?

Then there is only one question to answer: Are you ready to live by a code and system that will work in any situation? Using Sun Tzu’s revered The Art of War as a point of inspiration and reference, Michael Waddington offers up bite-size pieces of advice, snippets of strategy, and countless nuggets of wisdom… Show more

Amazon Bestseller since February 2016 - Are you struggling to find your stride as a trial attorney?

Do you fail, even when you know you are doing everything the “right” way?

Then there is only one question to answer: Are you ready to live by a code and system that will work in any situation? Using Sun Tzu’s revered The Art of War as a point of inspiration and reference, Michael Waddington offers up bite-size pieces of advice, snippets of strategy, and countless nuggets of wisdom he’s accumulated over hundreds of trials.

Instead of dwelling on the logistics and technicalities of trial practice, The Art of Trial Warfare illustrates the habits of a successful trial attorney. It speaks eloquently to the art of attack, of exploiting weaknesses, and of leveraging each success.

After time, the wisdom becomes muscle memory, instilling habits that will improve any trial attorneys game.

Trial is war. Trial lawyers would be well-served to dip into this handy resource time and time again. It serves as an excellent overall philosophy, as well as the ultimate pep talk. Show less

This publication examines and reports on the major issues, trends and significant changes in the criminal justice system. The 2015 volume contains 19 chapters focusing on specific aspects of the criminal justice field, with summaries of all of the adopted official ABA policies passed in 2014-2015 that address criminal justice issues.

This annual publication examines and reports on the major issues, trends and significant changes in the criminal justice system. The 2014 volume contains 21 chapters focusing on specific aspects of the criminal justice field, with summaries of all of the adopted official ABA policies passed in 2013-2014 that address criminal justice issues.

Google+ for Business Owners:A Step-by-Step User’s Guide to Growing Your Small Business with Google+ Here’s the simple truth: Many business owners have not discovered Google+. They don’t know about the lucrative marketing potential: reaching new customers, professional networking, niche branding, and most importantly, growing your business. To succeed in today’s increasingly competitive market, you must embrace the multi-media approach of Internet marketing. Google+ offers you all the tools… Show more

Google+ for Business Owners:A Step-by-Step User’s Guide to Growing Your Small Business with Google+ Here’s the simple truth: Many business owners have not discovered Google+. They don’t know about the lucrative marketing potential: reaching new customers, professional networking, niche branding, and most importantly, growing your business. To succeed in today’s increasingly competitive market, you must embrace the multi-media approach of Internet marketing. Google+ offers you all the tools you’ll need to do just that. If you’re ready to get a step ahead of your competition, then Google+ for Business Owners will guide you through the necessary steps to building a presence on Google+. Once you have the fundamentals in place, you’ll begin the most important work of all: Growing Your Business With Google+. Even better, it won’t take you weeks to work through these steps and implement the proven strategies. With just a few short sessions you’ll be on your way. The easy-to-follow instructions are coupled with screenshots, giving you an added visual tutorial of the process. In a very short time, you will: -Set up and optimize a Google+ account and profile, including steps to protect your personal privacy. -Utilize Google+ features to attract and maintain customer relationships: Your stream, posts, photos, links, and +1’s. -Use Google+ in conjunction with your business website to increase traffic and improve search rankings. -Easily multiply your marketing efforts by using all areas of Google+: Host a webinar, post videos, create a Hangout, and organize events. -Maximize your online presence by creating a Google+ Business Page and Local Page – making it easy for potential customers to find you. Show less

Get the motivation and the information you need to rise up to the next level of success! No matter what line of work you're in, the marketplace constantly challenges you. No matter how savvy an entrepreneur or skilled a professional you are, you risk losing ground every day you don't push forward. That's why you need every advantage possible to achieve the prosperity you're after. Now, America's #1 Success Coach, Jack "Chicken Soup for the Soul" Canfield, has gathered together the top business… Show more

Get the motivation and the information you need to rise up to the next level of success! No matter what line of work you're in, the marketplace constantly challenges you. No matter how savvy an entrepreneur or skilled a professional you are, you risk losing ground every day you don't push forward. That's why you need every advantage possible to achieve the prosperity you're after. Now, America's #1 Success Coach, Jack "Chicken Soup for the Soul" Canfield, has gathered together the top business minds from around the world in one powerful book. This guide to prosperity contains their secret strategies to conquer the competition and bring ongoing abundance into your life. Dare to achieve your greatest ambitions. Dare to break through to new levels of professional and personal accomplishment. Dare to discover the happiness and fulfillment you've always wanted to attain. Dare to Succeed-and dare to live your dream. Show less

Authors from across the criminal justice field provide essays on topics ranging from white collar crime to international law to juvenile justice. This annual publication examines and reports on the major issues, trends and significant changes in the criminal justice system. As one of the cornerstones of the Criminal Justice Section's work, this publication serves as an invaluable resource for policy-makers, academics, and students of the criminal justice system alike. The 2013 volume contains… Show more

Authors from across the criminal justice field provide essays on topics ranging from white collar crime to international law to juvenile justice. This annual publication examines and reports on the major issues, trends and significant changes in the criminal justice system. As one of the cornerstones of the Criminal Justice Section's work, this publication serves as an invaluable resource for policy-makers, academics, and students of the criminal justice system alike. The 2013 volume contains 26 chapters focusing on specific aspects of the criminal justice field, with summaries of all of the adopted official ABA policies passed in 2012-2013 that address criminal justice issues. Show less

A thorough but concise legal guide to upgrade your Army discharge, by an internationally known military lawyer.