Wednesday, March 26, 2014

Blog 18: Third Answer

What is the best way a defense attorney can defend her client in court?

The best way a defense attorney can defend her client is to win a trial, proving her client is 'not guilty'.

  • One way to do this is to disprove any of the prosecution's credibility as false.
    • Challenging the believability of the witness's story
    • #35 - Defense Strategies
  • It is best to work with the client and do whatever he or she want.
    • Some clients truly believe they are innocent and will make things worse for themselves if they are not on the same page as the attorney.
    • #8 - Five Problems Facing Public Defense
  • Do not get emotionally attached.
    • It can lead to bad decisions and it can lead to "screwing" the client over. Whether you dislike the client or feel bad for him or her.
    • Mentorship

It may seem obvious at first glance, but actually proving that your client is 'not guilty' is a complicated process.

1 comment:

  1. I'm not sure that I see how your second and third bullet connect to proving the client innocent. I almost think your answer should be the first bullet.

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