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The Family Law Trial Evidence Handbook: Rules and Procedures for Effective Advocacy Steven Nathan Peskind ISBN 9781627220033

At the heart of effective trial advocacy is a solid understanding of the rules of evidence—how to introduce key evidence or keep inadmissible material out of a contested trial or hearing. Procedures for authenticating exhibits serve as the foundation of any case, while objections and responses provide the essential structure. The Family Law Trial Evidence Handbook is a practical, common-sense guide to mastering these fundamentals.

Drawing on the author’s extensive experience in family law and teaching at the ABA Family Law Trial Advocacy Institute, this handbook is organized in a highly practical format that works for family law practitioners in any jurisdiction—whether applying a variation of the Federal Rules or a common law evidence framework. The book combines essential substantive knowledge with a clear layout that makes critical information easy to find and absorb quickly.

Topics include:

• Fundamentals of evidence

• Relevance

• Evidence of character and habit

• Hearsay and hearsay exceptions

• Judicial notice and presumptions

• Authentication of writings and tangible evidence

• Original writing rule and rule of completeness

• Competency of witnesses

• Evidentiary privileges

• Expert witnesses

• Examination of witnesses

• Tendering exhibits, objections, and offers of proof

• Procedures for streamlining admission of evidence

• Requests to admit facts and the genuineness of documents

Judges recognize and reward attorneys who demonstrate skill at trial, and strong trial capabilities often lead to better settlements. Knowledge is power, and this handbook provides the foundation family law lawyers need to pursue excellence in divorce trial advocacy.

The Family Law Trial Evidence Handbook: Rules and Procedures for Effective Advocacy Steven Nathan Peskind ISBN 9781627220033, 978-1627220033 & 978-16272-20033

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Steven Nathan Peskind