The Jury is Out offers insight, experience, and mentorship to trial attorneys who want to better serve their clients and improve their practice with a focus on client relations, trial skills, and firm management.
Episode: 219
Ideas that Inspire Part One
July 21, 2021
Wisdom from parents, coaches and co-workers may have built your ethical foundation, but where do you turn now to keep motivated? John and Erich point out the inspirational insights that are all around us, from strangers in the courtroom to our familiar yet sometimes forgotten oath. Reconnect with a refreshing and insightful discussion that will get you grounded again.
Episode: 218
If It Pleases the Court with Judge Lisa VanAmburg
July 14, 2021
The Honorable Lisa VanAmburg is a founding member of the Women Lawyers Association and a retired judge, having served at both the trial court and appellate court levels. A legal pioneer in Missouri, she discusses the challenges and opportunities for women trial attorneys handling civil rights cases beginning in the mid-1970s. She also offers tips for trial attorneys: what judges like and don't like to see in court.
Episode: 217
What makes a Successful Lawyer?
July 7, 2021
Do you measure your success with dollars and wins? John talks about how the power of a positive upbringing, the wisdom of hard work and the joy of a generous heart helped him become one of the top attorneys in America and a very happy and successful family man and friend.
Episode: 216
Mental Health Matters
June 30, 2021
Some of the toughest battles are not in court. Substance abuse, depression and anxiety impact many attorneys. Take a few minutes for positive self-care with our guests Anne Chambers and Roger Whittler of the Missouri Lawyers Assistance Program (MOLAP). And if you want to talk, call MOLAP anytime at 1-800-688-7859 for free and confidential support services available to any Missouri attorney.
Episode: 215
A Conversation with Tom Strong Part Two
June 23, 2021
Have you ever won a $6.7 billion dollar settlement? Missouri plaintiff attorney Tom Strong did when he represented the State of Missouri in the landmark case against the tobacco industry. The ruling also provided equitable relief mandates that still save lives today. Tom discusses some of the pitfalls in the case and reveals his down-home way to earn the jury’s trust in part two of our conversation with Tom Strong.
Episode: 214
A Conversation with Tom Strong Part One
June 16, 2021
Tom Strong is a legendary Missouri lawyer who began his career in 1957 and pioneered innovative courtroom techniques like accident reconstruction. He is recognized as one of the most successful, ethical and influential attorneys in America. He’s also well known as an engaging storyteller and he shares some of his favorites from his recent book, Strong Advocate, which he wrote at age 80. Tune in and be inspired by a conversation with Tom Strong.
Episode: 213
Losing Sucks
June 9, 2021
We all hate to lose. But nobody wins every time. How you handle losing a case determines your real victory or loss, because the verdict isn’t the only thing on the line. If you avoid tough cases just because you might not win, you are doing a disservice to your client and yourself. Join John and Erich in this candid discussion on how to handle loss with less pain and more gain.
Episode: 212
Framing Your Case with Charla Aldous
June 2, 2021
If it’s a cause worth fighting for, Charla Aldous is ready to fight. Her authentic, no-nonsense strategy for case framing continues to convince juries, even in cases no one expects her firm to win. Tune in to hear the creative narratives from some of her biggest cases, and why taking a case she knows she won’t win has provided some of the most satisfying results in her prestigious career.
Episode: 211
Life After Law: MOLAP
May 26, 2021
Was it just a bad day in court, or do you really want to get out of law for good? How do you know if you just need balance or if you’re totally burned out? John and Erich talk with professional consultants at Missouri Lawyers’ Assistance Program (MOLAP) about evaluating your options, redirecting your career, and giving yourself permission to re-invent your life. The podcast is free, and so are the MOLAP counseling services. Take advantage of both.
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