Comments on: How to Respond to Difficult Questions

By: Brian Lewis

Brian Lewis — Mon, 09 Feb 2009 02:54:12 +0000

Very useful. I will have an oportunity to use the suggestions next week.
I always learn something new from your comments. Thank you.

By: Robye L Messer

Robye L Messer — Fri, 06 Feb 2009 20:23:34 +0000

Great advice on everything you have sent me. I have a problem that I need to discuss with you. I know you are very busy but I am getting no where with other attys. and I would appreciate your advice.
Thanks,

Robye L. Messer

By: Wayne Fowler

Wayne Fowler — Fri, 06 Feb 2009 16:41:11 +0000

Very good tips, Thanks!

An additional tool I keep in my toolbox (an analog to your Clarify the Question) is a technique whereby I state an implicit assumption. For example, “If by saying “X,” we can assume “Y,” then I would say…”

Further clarification usually follows, with the questioner giving you the opportunity to “modify” your response to fit the new parameters. What this has done, in reality, is given you a few precious more seconds to mentally craft your killer response.

I always look forward to your tips. Keep ‘em coming!

Wayne

By: Brian Custer

Brian Custer — Fri, 06 Feb 2009 16:13:57 +0000

I continue to appreciate all of your trial tips – this one included. Please keep it up, it’s making a difference in my law practice. Thanks.

By: Okoth Mathews

Okoth Mathews — Fri, 06 Feb 2009 15:21:39 +0000

Dear Elliot,

I am sincerely grateful for generously sharing your invaluable touch of ingenuity with me.The article “How to Respond to Difficult Questions” is quite informative and demonstrative of, I believe, your very keenly researched experience in the court room. Bravo! Thanks a lot.

Okoth

By: Mark Desser

Mark Desser — Fri, 06 Feb 2009 13:25:20 +0000

A wise practice, too little practiced.

By: calixto

calixto — Fri, 06 Feb 2009 12:55:09 +0000

These are really good suggestions. I can’t wait to try them durng a trial. Thanks!