Best Juries Books of 2026

The "Common Law Handbook: For Juror's, Sheriff's, Bailiff's, and Justice's" is a guide to establishing Common Law Grand Juries in all counties in the United States of America. The book explains how the people can take 100% control of the government by moving the courts back to "Courts of Justice." The author emphasizes the duty of the Common Law Grand Jury to right any wrong and restore anyone's unalienable rights that have been violated. The book also discusses a US Supreme Court decision that confirms the American grand jury is not part of the judicial, executive, or legislative branches of government.

How To Win In Court: What Your Lawyer Doesn't Have Time To Tell You is a comprehensive guide for anyone who needs to give evidence or defend legal proceedings in court. It covers everything from how to find a successful lawyer to representing yourself without alienating the judge. The book is not only helpful for laymen but also for lawyers, trainee lawyers, and law students. The author, a former Solicitor of the Supreme Court, provides tips on how to handle various legal situations, including arrest, ID parade, police search and seizure, and cross-examination. Overall, this book is a valuable resource for anyone who wants to win in court.

The book "Nuclear Verdicts: Defending Justice For All" is the first-ever defense guide to avoiding runaway jury verdicts. The author believes that everyone deserves a fair trial, not just plaintiffs and their lawyers. The book covers every aspect of a civil jury trial, including voir dire, opening statements, witnesses, and closing arguments. It also provides a formula for defeating plaintiff attorneys' deceptive tactics and psychological gamesmanship. The author's 30 years of trial victories and personal experiences make this book a "how-to" guide for defending and winning at trial. Overall, the book is a valuable resource for defendants seeking justice and fairness in the courtroom.

The Common Law Community Training Manual: Establishing the Reign of Natural Liberty: the Common Law and Its Courts is a comprehensive guide for citizens who feel that they have been let down by the current judicial system. The book explains how a common law court can be convened in any community and how the public can judge and sentence fairly, regardless of someone's social status. The book also highlights the importance of peace officers and the role they play in enforcing sentences. Written by Kevin Annett, a nominee for the Nobel Peace Prize, this book is a must-read for anyone looking to take matters into their own hands and promote justice in their community.

On the Jury Trial is an essential reference for any trial lawyer seeking to excel in their practice. The book covers various topics, including voir dire, opening statement, preparing witnesses, cross-examination, and jury research, providing excellent examples and do's and don'ts throughout. The book provides a behind-the-scenes tour of the inner workings of the judicial process, making it a unique and valuable combination of advice, illustration, and commentary. It's a must-have for every litigator, no matter the state in which they practice.

Juries: Conscience of the Community is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand the realities of the criminal justice system. This book offers a collection of readings that explore the value of juries, the death penalty, and who is in prison. It also provides insights on how to improve the jury system. Pat Clark, National Criminal Justice Representative of the American Friends Service Committee, says that this book provides an opportunity to understand the real issues at hand as our country continues down the slippery slope of increased incarceration and criminalization of people in our society. This book is highly recommended for anyone interested in improving the criminal justice system.

Jury Decision Making: The State of the Science offers a comprehensive overview of the existing theories of jury decision making and the empirical research conducted over the last 50 years. Author Dennis J. Devine presents a new integrated theory of jury decision making that addresses both individual jurors and juries as a whole. This accessible book is a valuable resource for scholars, students, legal professionals, and anyone interested in understanding how the jury system works. Devine's integrative theory of jury decision making has the potential to generate much-needed new research and to reveal unnoticed connections between seemingly unrelated findings.

Trial and the Art of Sailing is an informative and entertaining guidebook for attorneys lacking trial experience or confidence. Michael Schwartz shares his nearly thirty years of experience in trial work and life, providing step-by-step guidance from the first client meeting to verdict. The book is filled with blunt advice, mistakes learned, anecdotes, and good commonsense. Schwartz's unmatched success as one of the best defense attorneys in the country makes this book well worth the read for any attorney looking to improve their trial advocacy skills.

"Ladies And Gentlemen Of The Jury: Greatest Closing Arguments In Modern Law" is an intriguing book that compiles the closing arguments of ten famous cases in American law history. The authors provide historical context, brief biographies of the attorneys, and insightful commentary. This book is not only informative for legal practitioners but also an engaging read for non-lawyers. The vivid language and dramatic flair of the lawyers make for a compelling read, and the authors' analysis of their tactics is enlightening. Overall, this book is a must-read for anyone interested in American legal history and the art of persuasion in the courtroom.

Femmes de justice is a groundbreaking work by Gwenola Joly-Coz that delves into the history of women in the judiciary. The author highlights the struggles and achievements of the pioneering women judges who paved the way for gender equality in the justice system. The book also offers insights into the feminist perspectives on the legal profession and the challenges that women still face today. With informative concept sheets on gender equality, Femmes de justice is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of women's rights and the legal profession.