Opening+Statement

Your opening statement should:
 * 1) Greet the court and introduce yourself.
 * 2) **Background:** Give a brief overview of the case. (1 or 2 sentences)
 * 3) **Introduction:** Outline the arguments that you will make. This should be brief enough for the judges to keep in their heads all at once. (a paragraph)
 * 4) **Argument:** Explain your points one by one, bringing in the details of the case and other relevant information as needed. This will be the bulk of your statement. (several paragraphs at least)
 * 5) **Conclusion:** Review your points succinctly as you did in the introduction. Do not simply repeat your introduction; that would sound like a broken record, and people would stop listening. (a paragraph)
 * 6) End with a memorable, persuasive line that speaks to the broader implications of the court's decision.