The
Taishoff Advocacy, Technology and Public Service Institute offers programs focused on advocacy and technology. If your primary interest as a Widener Law student is to advance your litigation skills while preparing to defend future clients, the
Trial Advocacy Certificate program is for you. As of 2008, the Advocacy and Technology Institute also offers and supervises a
certificate program in criminal law.
The
Taishoff Advocacy, Technology and Public Service Institute teaches you about the trial process from initial client interviews through summation. Our dedicated faculty provide excellent instruction on a variety of important topics including pre-trial motions, discovery requests, opening statements, and closing arguments.
The
Taishoff Advocacy, Technology and Public Service Institute also offers a variety of specialized courses and seminars as well as a nationally recognized
Intensive Trial Advocacy Program. You can earn practical experience by participating in the
Trial Advocacy Honor Society. If you’re goal is to be a trial advocate, the
Taishoff Advocacy, Technology and Public Service Institute will provide you with the necessary tools.
Contact Information Director: John F. Nivala
Phone: (302)-477-2489
Email: jfnivala@widener.edu