The Jury Is Out

Episode: 304

Defining your Dosition Goal

December 8, 2021

A deposition is not a casual conversation. It’s a well-planned, goal-oriented investigation to uncover facts and opinions that will help you establish key points in your case. Do you know ...

Episode: 303

To Take Or Not To Take The Dosition

December 1, 2021

The purpose of every deposition should be to advance your case. How do you decide which depos are crucial to your case, and which ones you can or should avoid? ...

Episode: 302

Starting Your Own Firm Part Two

November 24, 2021

Part Two includes practical considerations and ideological drivers. Why are you doing this in the first place? What is the mission of your new firm? Who are your working partners outside ...

Episode: 301

Starting Your Own Firm Part One

November 17, 2021

The thought of starting your own firm appeals to many attorneys at some point in their careers. But there are several things you should consider before you quit your current firm ...

Episode: 109

Twelve Tips for Opening Statements

November 10, 2021

In an encore presentation of one of our most popular episodes (EP109), John Simon presents twelve specific tips for creating a highly persuasive opening statement. Take a listen and learn ...

Episode: 234

Surviving your First Years in Practice Part Two

November 3, 2021

Did opposing counsel push you around in your last depo? Are you at the office until midnight 4 nights a week? Have you joined 17 organizations with the hopes of ...

Episode: 233

Surviving your First Years in Practice Part One

October 27, 2021

Ever feel like your law degree gave you the keys to a shiny new sports car, but you don’t know how to drive? John Simon and three young attorneys from ...

Episode: 232

Marketing Without Going Out of Your Way

October 20, 2021

Marketing isn’t just billboards and blogs. Your most effective marketing tool is your own genuine interest in the people you interact with every day. John and Erich discuss simple ways ...

Episode: 231

Decision Science with Mark Mandell

October 13, 2021

Identifying the “I can’t get over it” issues in your case is the first step to successful case framing. But making your frame clear to the jury is key. When do ...