Podcast - Part II: The Do’s and Don’ts of Demonstratives
Storytelling in Closing Arguments
Live Trials During the COVID-19 Pandemic: What’s Changed?
In the second part of this special guest episode of "The Trial Lawyer's Handbook" podcast series, litigation attorney Dan Small interviews Scott Duval, managing director at FTI Consulting, about the practical aspects of...more
In this episode of his "The Trial Lawyer's Handbook" podcast series, litigation attorney Dan Small explores the vital role of storytelling in court cases, highlighting the need to construct, narrate and display a story...more
Hot seat operator, trial technician, trial presentation specialist, courtroom presentation specialist—a rose by any other name is just as critical to helping you gain a winning edge. Today’s trials, whether bench or jury...more
Trial attorneys often invest in their presentation game—eliminating ticks, getting over public speaking nerves, and dressing to hit the just-right level of professionalism. Presentation, after all, is key to not only holding...more
In addition to believable witnesses and compelling arguments, evidence is what can help win cases at trial. An item of evidence introduced in a courtroom proceeding is known as an exhibit, and there are several types of...more
During trial, lawyers make many strategic decisions to try to appeal to a jury. For example, they consider not only the substance of the evidence they present, but also the emotional impact of that evidence. But the impact...more
As courts across the country begin resuming jury trials, litigators returning to in-person proceedings must be prepared for the myriad logistical considerations brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic — from mask-wearing and...more
At the beginning of 2020, arguing hearings and trying cases in a completely remote environment seemed like science fiction. Now, just a year later, courts and litigants have adapted to our new virtual litigation environment....more
Jurors are factfinders. In many deliberation rooms, however, jurors must begin their discussions without ready access to the exhibits admitted during trial. If a jury requests particular exhibits or evidence, then a trial...more