Published 18 Dec 2014 (Lawbook Co.)
ISBN: 9780455233697.
Description
By Andrew Palmer
In the preparation of any matter for trial there are two questions which must always be answered: “What must I prove in order to succeed?” and “How am I going to prove that?”
The third edition of Proof includes clear, simple and easy-to-follow methods for organising and analysing evidence and includes an increased focus on the preparation of the defence case. A detailed Appendix provides a step by step analysis of a case and shows the practical application of charting evidence in order to construct the strongest possible case for presentation at trial.
Built on solid theoretical foundations, but with a very practical orientation, Proof guides your approach to the evidence from the moment you become involved in a matter to the delivery of the closing address.
Proof is essential reading for anyone involved in litigation.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction
Part A: First Steps
Preliminaries · Chronologies · Investigation
Part B: Theory and Proof
Developing a case theory · Proving the theory · Arguing from and about evidence
Part C: Final Preparations
Analysing for admissibility · Pulling it all together for trial
