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 William Webster, Robert Weatherley


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Cross-Examination: Science and Techniques 4th ed


ISBN13: 9780999472873
Previous Edition ISBN: 9781632843913
Published: December 2025
Publisher: National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
Country of Publication: USA
Format: Hardback
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Cross-Examination: Science and Techniques has long been considered the gold standard for trial lawyers. This newly revised 4th Edition brings proven methods into a single, definitive volume. Written in a practical, conversational style, it provides a complete system for planning and executing powerful cross-examinations — showing attorneys how to control testimony, teach their case theory, and win over the jury.

With over 800 pages of instruction, examples, and strategy, this new edition covers every aspect of cross-examination — from initial case theory and preparation to the last question at trial. Its re-organized structure, user-friendly index, and expanded coverage make it the most comprehensive treatment of cross-examination ever published.

This classic text is widely considered the go-to resource for trial attorneys who want to sharpen their courtroom skills. Written by Roger J. Dodd and Larry Pozner — two of the most respected experts on cross-examination in the world — the book combines proven methods with practical examples to help you control testimony, teach your case theory, and win more trials.

Key features:

  • Clear instruction on the Chapter Method, illustrated with real trial excerpts.
  • Cross-Preparation Systems to quickly pinpoint facts and documents during questioning.
  • Hundreds of examples designed to meet the challenges of today’s trials.
  • An engaging, easy-to-read style that makes complex courtroom strategies accessible and practical.

Subjects:
Advocacy
Contents:

1. Philosophy and Overview of the Science of Cross

2. The Chapter Method of Cross
3. Developing, Promoting, and Employing our Theory of the Case
4. Cross-Focused Discovery and Investigation
5. Constructive Cross
6. Cross Preparation Systems: Sourcing the Facts
7. Cross-Preparation System 1: Drafting Topic Chapters
8. Cross-Preparation System 2: Sequence of Events Charts
9. Cross-Preparation System 3: Witness Statement Comparison Charts
10. The Only Three Rules of Cross
11. Page Preparation of Cross
12. Sequences of Cross
13. Destroying Safe Havens
14. Cross Without Discovery
15. Controlling the Runaway Witness
16. Dealing with the "I Don't Know" or "I Don't Remember" Witness
17. Creation and Uses of Silence
18. Value-Based Cross
19. Impeachment by Inconsistent Statement
20. Impeachment by Omission
21. Specialized Impeachment Techniques
22. Redirect and Recross Examination
23. Diminishing or Building the Point
24. Juxtaposition
25. Trilogies
26. Loops, Double Loops, and Spontaneous Loops
27. Voice, Movement, Body Language, and Timing
28. Coping with Objections
29. Recognizing and Controlling Bait
30. The Crying Witness
31. The Relationship of Opening Statement to Cross
Index