Most times a lot of highly publicized cases are lost just because attorneys fail to implement the right voir dire strategies. Rather than rely on hunches and assumptions, attorneys need an effective strategy in such cases. Voir dire, which is a Latin word, means “speaking the truth.” It is a jury selection process in which attorneys are permitted to question the prospective jurors, to confirm their qualifications, determine any basis for the challenge and to know who would or would not be a just and fair juror. By questioning prospective jurors, voir dire consultants will be able to set up theories based on the responses of the jurors. Continue reading →