Description
This book explores the art of cross-examination in Philippine courtrooms—its tools, tactics, and techniques. It draws a vivid comparison between the best practices of Philippine and American trial lawyers, examining what truly works and what falls short.
To uncover these lessons, an empirical method was used. Surveys, interviews, and real-world experiences shaped the findings—revealing how Filipino litigators set their goals, prepare their cross, and choose the techniques that land with impact. By mapping the patterns and themes in these practices, and comparing them to time-tested American strategies, this work bridges a long-standing gap in Philippine legal literature. More than just theory, this is a practical handbook—one the Philippines has long needed, but until now, did not have. It distills the real-world wisdom of trial lawyers, prosecutors, public attorneys, and judges across the country.
