January Post: Opening Research

After presenting on my answer 1, I would now like to focus my research on trials and how to successfully get the best result for your client. 

So far I have started researching into Opening Statements. Basically what happens is that both sides use this time to tell the jurors strictly something factual about the case. 

The prosecution usually gets to speak first due to the fact that they have the burden of proof in the case, and if it was a civil case then the plantiff would be allowed to speak first. In criminal trials, the burden of proof basically is that the government must prove guilt beyond a reasonable doubt. The defense does not need to prove innocence so the burden is on the government. 

Also, either side is allowed to opt out of an opening statement but that rarely happens. 

This is just a small intro to Opening Statements, which are the beginnings of a trial, and thus the beginning of my research. 

Blog 13: Lesson 2 Reflection

Content:

1.What are you most proud of in your Lesson 2 Presentation and why?

     I am most proud of my content explanation in my Lesson 2 presentation because it was literally things that I knew and people told me after my presentation that they actually learned which means I did that part successfully. 
2. a.     What assessment would you give yourself on your Lesson 2 Presentation (self-assessment)?

       AE       P          AP       CR       NC

     b.     Explain why you deserve that grade using evidence from the Lesson 2 component contract.

I successfully completed all the requirement to get a P from the lesson 2 contract by making time, talking about in depth research, my activity was engaging, and I believe I presented it all well. 

3. What worked for you in your Lesson 2?
  
What I found to be really enjoyable while presenting is giving real life scenarios and stories that people can relate to that way they can understand the law better. 

4. What didn't work? If you had a time machine, what would you have done differently to improve your Lesson 2?

I would go back and work on my activity a little more and make it smoother so I would have more time for my conclusion.

5. What do you think your answer #2 is going to be?

I think my answer two will pertain to trial tactics and ways to successfully win over a jury.

Blog 12: Mentorship 10 Hours

Content:

1.   Where are you doing your mentorship?
          West Covina Public Defender's Office

2.   Who is your contact?
           Joseph Kang

3.   How many total hours have you done (total hours should be reflected in your mentorship log located on the right hand side of your blog like your WB)?
                81

4.   Summarize the 10 hours of service you did.
               I basically shadowed the lawyers or helped in the reception of the office doing things like filing, answering phones, and helping people fill out expungement forms. 

Blog 11: Holiday Project Update

Content:

1.  It is important to consistently work on your senior project, whether it is break or we are in school.  What did you do over the break with your senior project?
       
        I finally got back into contact with my mentorship and they are working on getting another approval for me to go there and help out. 
   

2.  What was the most important thing you learned from what you did, and why?  What was the source of what you learned?

        As far as learning, I truly realized that for me to be able to help that it was not as easy and just going in there and helping. I took my job seriously before, but now it's more important because I know that I am trusted to be able to work with confidential information. The source of how I learned this was because it was so hard to get back into contact with my mentor and I am barely being able to get more experience again.

3.  If you were going to do a 10 question interview on questions related to answers for your EQ, who would you talk to and why?

      I would want to talk to a lawyer, preferably the ones in my mentorship or other public defenders. Simply because my EQ has to do with their job responsibilities and they are the most educated and experienced about what they do.