I'm Mack Callahan-and I've written Virginia Rules of Evidence 2025 because I've been that litigator scrambling in court while the other side jumps on a surprise rule. In the trenches of Richmond's public-defender corridors and the halls of appellate courts, I saw what really matters: clear rules, sharp examples, and trial-tested tactics-not dusty academic theory.
Dominate the Courtroom with Tactical Precision
75 rule-by-rule breakdowns: from hearsay exceptions to expert-testimony traps-each rule distilled into plain English you can use right now.
Real-trial objection scripts: the exact language that secured courtroom wins in cases like Commonwealth v. Bradley.
Quick reference charts: memorize with ease and fight smarter under pressure.
Stop Wading Through Dense Case Law
If you've ever felt overwhelmed by lecture-style treatises or lost in long appellate analysis, you're not alone. That's why I boiled down each rule to what you need-followed by a vivid courtroom anecdote to cement it. No fluff. No filler.
Bridge the Gap Between Law School and Practice
Whether you're a firm associate, paralegal prepping a brief, or a paralegal prepping a witness: this is your playbook. I pull lessons from 50+ felony trials and appellate briefs and fold them into sharp "how-to" moments. It's law-school clarity geared for real-world execution.
Built for Virginia, But Flexible Anywhere
Though tailored to Virginia's rules as of December 2024, every chapter ties into federal and major-state parallels. You'll see where Virginia diverges-and where you can adapt tactics across jurisdictions. Perfect for multi-state practice and bar review prep.