May the Record Reflect
May the Record Reflect
National Institute for Trial Advocacy
78. Refreshing Recollection and Impeachment, with John Farrell
49 minutes Posted May 19, 2026 at 3:00 pm.
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In this episode, veteran trial lawyer John Farrell distinguishes between refreshing recollection and impeachment, two essential but sometimes conflated courtroom skills. Learn how to help your own witness recall facts on direct examination through refreshing recollection and how to effectively challenge an opposing witness on cross with a structured, high-impact impeachment technique. Packed with practical language and strategy (and a few demos along the way), this conversation offers clear g...