Quote by Dorothy Uhnak

He maintained that the case was lost or won by the time the final juror had been sworn in; his summation was set in his mind before the first witness was called. It was all in the orchestration, he claimed: in knowing how and where to pitch each and every particular argument; who to intimidate; who to trust, who to flatter and court; who to challenge; when to underplay and exactly when to let out all the stops.

He maintained that the case was lost or won by the time the

Summary

This quote suggests that the outcome of a case is determined before it even begins. The speaker believes that success or failure relies on careful strategic planning and manipulation. It involves knowing exactly how to present each argument and when to employ tactics such as intimidation, trust-building, flattery, and challenges. This highlights the importance of orchestration and calculated maneuvers in securing a favorable verdict. The quote underscores the notion that the skills and decisions of the lawyer ultimately determine whether they win or lose a case.

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By Dorothy Uhnak

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