Command the Courtroom: 2-Day In-Person
Closing MasterClass with Sari de la Motte!
🗓️ Date: January 28th – 29th, 2026
👑 Train, LIVE, with Sari de la Motte
📍 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.
Step into the courtroom with purpose. Over two days, you’ll go BEYOND theory and learn exactly how to close a case that sticks.
Craft openings that grab attention, guide jurors through your story, and make the burden of proof work in your favor. Break down damages in a way that’s clear and persuasive. Build a closing that empowers jurors to fight for your client and walk into your next trial fully prepared and confident.
Join me, Sari de la Motte, for a two-day, small-group closing masterclass that’s hands-on, high-impact, and unlike anything you’ve done before.
You can expense it straight to your case.
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 closings live. This is real work on real cases with real coaching.
✔ 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 damages argument for your case – Bring a real case and leave with a closing framework you’ve built, practiced, and refined in the room — ready to present to a jury
✔ 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 shot to finally nail closings in a way that the jury actually gets.
Step into the Winning Circle.
And YES — we can fix that.
Are you in?
Small Group, Big Impact.
Only 12 Seats Available
learn how to:
✅ Master the art of storytelling in your closing statement.
✅ Craft your closing hook for maximum, unforgettable courtroom impact.
✅ Turn burden of proof into a persuasive tool that sticks with your jury.
✅ Approach damages like a pro (and get jurors comfortable with your number, too).
✅ Empower your jurors to fight for your client in the deliberation room.
✅ Walk into your next trial feeling prepared, confident, and ready to win.
look forward to:
✨ Quality coaching from Sari: 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 damages strategy.
Agenda:
Day 1
Session One — 9:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
- Welcome & Introduction
- The Hero’s Journey
- The True Purpose of Closing
- H2H Closing Template Overview
Session Two — 10:45 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.
- What Do I Have to Do? (The Job)
- Create Your “Should” Hook
- How Could This Have Been Avoided?
- Your Choice = Your Responsibility
Lunch
Session Three — 1:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
- How Do I Do It? (The Three Responsibilities)
- Responsibility to Each Other
- Responsibility to the Judge
- Responsibility to the Process
Session Four — 3:15 p.m. – 4:45 p.m.
- Damages Components
- Understand the Loss
- Value the Loss
- Communicate the Loss
Closing Thoughts and Questions — 4:55 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Day 2
Session One — 9:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
- Damages Models
- The Scales, Per Diem
- Golden Years, Multiple of Economics
- Volunteer/Briefcase, Damages House
Session Two — 10:45 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.
- What if I Can’t? (The Fourth Responsibility)
- The Struggle of the Juror
- The Choice
- What Was it About?
Lunch
Session Three — 1:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
- Rebuttal Close (Fuck Around & Find Out)
- Polarize Your Case
- Unmask the Hypocrite
- The Bottom Line
Session Four — 3:15 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
- Transfer of Power (Let Go and Let ‘Em Loose)
- Why This Matters
- THE Damages Story
- Transfer of Power
Completion — 4:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Don't take our word for it - take theirs.
Rick Friedman
Attorney, Inner Circle of Advocates, Author
FAQ
Who is this masterclass for?
Plaintiff Trial lawyers who want to master closings 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 damages training?
This isn’t a lecture or a webinar — it’s full-on courtroom masterclass. You’ll be on your feet, practicing your damages case in real time, getting immediate feedback, and refining your skills on the spot.
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 damages 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 damages exercises, and receiving live coaching from Sari.
- 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.
You're more than the size of your verdict.
(I swear.)
