Command the Courtroom: 2-Day In-Person
Opening MasterClass with Sari de la Motte!
small group, hands on, on your feet training.
The only way to get better is to get in the courtroom and PLAY.
🗓️ Date: June 2nd - 3rd, 2025
👑 Train, LIVE, with Sari
📍Location: H2H Headquarters (Portland, OR)
💰 Investment: $10K - Expense it to your case!
ONLY 12 SPOTS AVAILABLE
*spots are filled on a first-come, first-served basis.
YOU’RE OFFICIALLY INVITED.
Back by demand — we’re doing it again.
I’m opening the doors to our BRAND NEW state-of-the-art courtroom here at H2H Headquarters in Portland, OR for our second-ever in-person masterclass. And this time, we’re going all in on opening statements.
This two-day, small-group opening/statement masterclass is hands-on, high-impact, and unlike anything you’ve done before. You’ll be on your feet, working your opening live, with direct coaching and real-time feedback from ME.
Bring a real case. Deliver your opening.
We’ll shape it, sharpen it, and get it working for you.
And yes — it’s all recorded so you can revisit the magic any time you need a reset.
And the best part?
You can expense it straight to your case.
Let’s be real: this is where jurors start forming their beliefs.
If your opening isn’t clear, confident, and compelling, you’re already climbing uphill.
This isn’t a performance.
It’s a conversation. A connection. A chance to anchor your case the moment you stand up.
Let’s make sure you open like someone the jury can trust — and wants to follow.
Spots are limited (again), and this one will move fast.
Are you in?
What Makes This 2-Day Courtroom MasterClass Different?
✔ Hands-on, presentation-based training – You’ll be in our BRAND NEW courtroom, on your feet, delivering your opening live. This is real work on real cases with real coaching.
✔ Your coaching recorded for personalized feedback – You’ll walk away with a video of your session so you can review your delivery, refine your presence, and revisit the insights again and again.
✔ Direct, live coaching from ME (Sari) – I’ll be coaching you in the moment on everything from structure to storytelling to body language — with practical insights you can use right away in trial.
✔ A working opening statement for your case – Bring a real case and leave with an opening you’ve shaped, tested, and refined in the room — ready for trial.
✔ A rare chance to train in person – Zoom can’t give you this. Learning how to command the courtroom happens in the courtroom — with coaching, community, and pressure that mirrors the real thing.
This is your opportunity to gain the confidence, clarity, and courtroom presence you need to deliver an opening that actually lands.
Be part of the WINNING CIRCLE.
Don’t walk into another trial with an opening that’s too long, too flat, or too forgettable.
If the jury’s tuning out, it’s not them — it’s your delivery.
Let’s fix that.
Only 12 seats available.
And yes — you can expense it to your case.
NO excuses.
Are you in?
Small Group, Big Impact.
Only 12 Seats Available
learn how to:
✅ How to craft a 30-minute opening that connects, teaches, and sets the tone (yes, 30 minutes)
✅ The most critical piece of juror communication you’re probably missing — and how to fix it
✅ How to let jurors “write” your opening by aligning it with their values and beliefs
✅ The winning 9-part H2H Opening Template that keeps jurors engaged from start to finish
✅ Storytelling skills that captivate without triggering defensive attribution
✅ How to talk about money in opening with clarity, confidence, and control
✅ Pro-level delivery techniques — from body language to voice to pacing — that help you own the room
✅ The #1 strategy to grab and hold the jury’s attention, even through the “boring” parts
look forward to:
✨ Quality coaching from Sari and H2H Coach: Personalized feedback, on your feet learning in a small group format.
✨ Building your courtroom crew: Reconnect with old friends, meet awesome new people, and create lasting professional relationships.
✨ Interactive, hands-on training: No boring lectures — just practical strategies you’ll use right away.
✨ A supportive, small group environment: Get personalized feedback on your opening.
Agenda:
Day 1
9:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
- Welcome and Agenda
- The Purpose of Opening Statement (It’s Not What You Think)
- Why You’ve Got to Speak the Trial Dialogue
- H2H Opening Template Overview
- The Three Things You’re Doing in Opening
- Two Things Every Plaintiff Case Needs
Morning Break
- Hook the Jurors Right from the Start
- Why Juries Cannot Judge Conduct Without Context
- Win Your Opening in the First Ten Minutes
Lunch 12:30 p.m. – 1:45 p.m.
1:45 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
- The Three Stories You Tell at Trial
- Craft a Story that Avoids Defensive Attribution
- Talk About Damages in Opening with Ease
Afternoon Break
- Manage Challenges with Ease
- Show the Jury How Money Can Help
- Questions & Shared Insights
Day 2
9:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
- The #1 Trial Skill of All Time
- Command the Courtroom Through Body Language
- Why Juries Love Teachers
- Flip Charts for the Win (You’ll Never Try a Case Without Them Again)
Morning Break
- Make Defense Arguments Look Ridiculous to the Jury
- Own the Space Through Gesturing & Movement
- The #1 Confidence Nonverbal
Lunch 12:30 p.m. – 1:45 p.m.
1:45 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
- Acting Skills for Beginners
- Make Your Stories Come to Life
- No Visuals During Storytelling, What?
Afternoon Break
- Performance Time! Present a Portion of Your Opening with Coaching from Sari
- Closing Activity
Sari de la motte
Sari de la Motte, creator of the H2H Method, is known for transforming how trial attorneys approach their opening statements — not as scripts, but as powerful moments of connection. With her deep expertise in nonverbal communication and courtroom presence, Sari teaches lawyers how to hook a jury from the first word, tell a story that lands, and deliver their message with clarity, confidence, and control. This isn’t performance — it’s purposeful, persuasive communication that sets the tone for the entire trial.
Rick Friedman
Attorney, Inner Circle of Advocates, Author
FAQ
Who is this masterclass for?
Plaintiff Trial lawyers who want to master opening through real, on-your-feet practice. Whether you’re a seasoned litigator looking to refine your approach or newer to trial and ready to build confidence, this immersive experience will take your skills to the next level.
How is this different from other opening training?
This isn’t a lecture or a webinar — it’s full-on courtroom masterclass. You’ll be on your feet, practicing your opening in real time, getting immediate feedback, and refining your skills on the spot. Your coaching is recorded so you can see what’s working and adjust instantly.
What do I need to bring?
A real case you’re working on. This masterclass is designed for immediate application, so you’ll use your own case as the foundation for opening practice.
How does expensing it to my case work?
Many attorneys expense training costs as part of case preparation. Check with your firm or financial team, but in most cases, this is a legitimate trial expense — so don’t let cost hold you back.
What’s the schedule like?
- Two full days of immersive, high-intensity masterclass.
- Expect to be on your feet, rotating between attorney and juror roles, working through opening exercises, and receiving live coaching from Sari and the H2H team.
- Breakfast and lunch are provided each day.
How many spots are available?
Only 12 seats. First come, first served. This is an intimate, high-touch training—once spots are gone, they’re gone.
What is the refund policy?
All sales for the Courtroom MasterClass are final — no refunds. This is an exclusive, high-value training, and we want you to be fully committed. If you're in, you're in.
