Posted by Jackson and Wilson, Inc.: "When I try a case, I never tell my jury during voir dire or opening statement to withhold judgment until they've listened to all the facts of our case or opposing counsel's case.
I never tell my jury that what I'm about to discuss with them during voir dire or opening is not evidence.
I never waste the time of my jury telling them a trial is like a picture puzzle. That they will not understand what picture is on the box until all the pieces are all put into place towards the end of the trial.
I don't thank the jury during opening statement for their anticipated interest (most of the time they're not that interested). I know it. They know it. So why say it?
I rarely tell my jury during opening that the outcome is important to everyone involved in the trial.
Here's why..."
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Source: Trail Lawyer Tips.com, 16 December 2009
