The Art of the Advocate

I was recommended this by my teacher whilst studying to become a barrister.The writing style is similar to other books such as Iain Morley's "Art of the Advocate."However, that is where the similarities end. Du Cann is an expert of his craft and usefully provides intriguing examples of how to conduct examinations-in-chief and cross-examinations. One such example is Mr Cadbury.If you are becoming a barrister or public speaker, then this is a must-have!

Another very useful book on the subject. It is important to realise that there is no "bible" per se on advocacy but much information with hints can be gleaned from reading and studying the thoughts and practises of those who have long trodden the floorboards of those hallowed places we expect and hope, where justice will be fairly dispensed.

The classic book on advocacy, written by an expert. If you buy only one book on advocacy, this should be it. I've been a barrister for a long time, and I still enjoy (and learn from) this book

Absolutely great! Just don't make the mistake to buy it from ARTSnCRAFTS~Books...

Very Nice Im happy 😊

The book is only partially a guide. It is a guide, historian and examination of the profession with a wealth of examples from all eras. The focus is on conditions in England but could serve commonwealth practitioners. The approach taken examining duties and options open to advocates in many circumstances and functions refuses to proscribe methodology. Instead various methods are exemplified and appraised - rarely resorting to 'dos and don'ts'. The style is always a lofty but friendly admiration for the advocate who in all other situations must maintain modesty.The examples are taken mostly from Lasky's Case, the Peasonhall murder and The Herald of the Free Enterprise enquiry but weaves in many other speches made by Carson, Hall, Wild, Clarke and other great advocates and orators.For an indepth examination, there is no better discussion of the art of advocacy. If you are after a handbook or guide, I would advise Iain Morley's 'Devil's Advocate', which comes close to a summary of 'Art of the Advocate'.

out of date and undertones of sexism .... not enjoying

I would rate this as highly as Learning the Law (1970) by Glanville Williams. This should have a wide readership and is very well written. For a layman who doesnt have to learn these damned principles, you can dip in and out of it.Famous cases are reviewed from their forensic interest and a layman is intrigued to know how one gets hold of the transcripts. There will be just ten lines from a case but easily enough to whet the appetite. Palmer (the only Barts man to be hanged for murder) features, along with Crippen. Marshall Hall gets a lot of coverage - he was a famous advocate [to the non law reader]by the way, not a criminal.Should lawyers lie inn court ? There are moments of hilarity unintended by the author, more hilarious to me having seen lawyers lie and nothing done about it, but everyone knows, hell, the English Legal System isnt perfect.

If you want to be a barrister (i.e. a trial lawyer), read this book.

This is one of the best book to learn or sharpen skills of witness handling (Cross Examination) in particular and advocacy generally. It was recommended by a professor during Bar Training in 2009. I loved it and did couple of readings. Then a friend borrowed and didn't return. The second one, I gifted to my younger brother and this is third one. It's one of the Best Buy for the students and trial advocates/attorneys. Definitely 5 Stars, tried and tested.

Fantastic product. Well worth reading.