Leading questions allowed only for preliminary matters unless authorized by the court.

Re-direct and re-cross are limited to issues raised on cross and re-direct.

Voir dire of a witness allowed only to lay foundation for an objection.

Address anticipatory objections by motion in limine, not during trial.

Running objections allowed upon request for clearly predefined lines of questions.

In criminal cases, use the marked exhibit when examining a witness.

Only display and move exhibits with court permission; refer to exhibits by the number assigned by the courtroom clerk.

Make stipulations to the court in the absence of the jury.

No wisecracking, comments on evidence, or remarks to the jury except during opening statement or closing argument.

Advise clients, witnesses, and observers to make no comments, sounds, or facial expressions of disbelief or belief in the courtroom.

Individuals who do not conduct themselves courteously and professionally may be reprimanded, removed, or sanctioned.

Refrain from making derogatory remarks, inferences, or insinuations about opposing counsel or their handling of the case.

Do not submit working copies by email.

Submit proposed orders in MS Word format.

Stand when addressing the court unless given leave to do otherwise.

Keep opening statements short and concise; no arguments.

Avoid objections during opening or closing statements unless absolutely necessary; note objections outside jury presence.

Remain at the table unless given leave; do not approach the witness without permission.

The attorney conducting the examination of a witness continues until the witness is excused; only that attorney makes objections during that examination.