Video: Two Tips for Better Jury Selection
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Read MoreTrust Me… I’m a Lawyer!
On television, the life of a trial lawyer life is always filled with excitement, isn’t it? For example, on a typical episode of Boston Legal, whenever Alan Shore goes to court, he either vigorously cross-examines a witness (and wins his case), or delivers an impassioned closing argument (and wins his case). After court, he returns to the office, where he gains a new client (whose case is always scheduled for trial tomorrow), strikes up a romance with one of the beautiful new associates, and...
Read MoreGoing Back to the Beginning
Do you remember how you felt when you were sworn in as a member of the Bar? For many of us, that may have been the last time we gave much thought to our oath. That’s unfortunate. We worked too hard to become lawyers. Every once in a while, we should take a moment to remind ourselves exactly what it means to be a lawyer. That’s what I did Wednesday evening. I attended the formal swearing in ceremony for the newest members of the Florida Bar. It was inspiring to watch all of the new lawyers...
Read MoreHow to Deal with Jerks
Let’s face it — some of your opponents are going to be jerks. They’ll try to get in your head and disrupt your game plan. Here are some techniques for dealing with jerks so that you can be at your best during trial. Dealing with Jerks [ 5:15 ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (2864)
Read MoreMaximizing the Impact of Stipulations
Three guidelines for maximizing the effectiveness of your stipulations during trial. Maximizing the Impact of Stipulations [ 7:50 ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (1322)
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