California Neutrals
Oct. 29, 2015
Putting a focus on mock trials
By Susan Kostal
Mock trials have long been used to hone arguments and help lawyers prepare for trial. Increasingly, mock trials are part of the ADR toolkit to give counsel a fresh look at a case and bring settlement options in sharper focus.
Retired Santa Clara County Superior Court Judge Jim Kleinberg said he has seen an increase in the use of mock trials in the last 18 months he has been with JAMS. There are several ways to conduct such trials. Some parties moc...
Mock trials have long been used to hone arguments and help lawyers prepare for trial. Increasingly, mock trials are part of the ADR toolkit to give counsel a fresh look at a case and bring settlement options in sharper focus.
Retired Santa Clara County Superior Court Judge Jim Kleinberg said he has seen an increase in the use of mock trials in the last 18 months he has been with JAMS. There are several ways to conduct such trials. Some parties moc...
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