A lawyer defending a Batson challenge to her peremptory juror strikes must present a neutral, non-discriminatory reason for the strike. Often the striking lawyer’s jury-selection notes supply evidence—one way or the other—of her reasons for excusing the challenged juror. And these notes are work product—opinion work product—warranting the highest level
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