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This presentation gives practical tips on how to influence the jury by delivering a powerful and effective opening statement. While an opening statement is not an argument at trial, it is the jury's first impression of not only the attorneys that will be presenting the case, but of the party's themes and the relevant facts of the case. • An opening statement can make or break a client's case. Once a jury forms an opinion regarding either the attorney presenting or the themes of the case, it will be very difficult to change their mind. •  This presentation will help guide attorneys when creating their opening statements to create the most effective presentation of their case.   Disclaimer: The LSBA’s inclusion of a program in its CLE programming is not to be deemed a statement or an endorsement of the views expressed therein by the LSBA or any member of the LSBA. Speakers on LSBA programs were carefully selected for their knowledge, but neither the LSBA nor the speaker warrant that the presentations or materials were free of errors, or will continue to be accurate. Statements in the presentations and their materials should be verified before relying on them. Opinions expressed are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect opinions of the LSBA, its sections, or committees. Views expressed are those of the authors and contributors only.