This text draws from Maaine statutes, rules of court, and the decisions of the Maine Supreme Judicial Court to detail the procedures which govern actions for divorce, judicial separation and annulment.

Basic trial advocacy is the classic text on the presentation of civil and criminal cases in court. Since its publication in 2005 it has been used in countless law school and continuing professional education programs to impart with clarity and simplicity the basic skills of effective trial presentation. It is a useful guide and refresher even for the experienced practitioner when going to court.