Video conferencing, video hearing, virtual meetings, and even virtual depositions have become common—especially since the COVID-19 pandemic. Going forward, trial attorneys have to be comfortable using the latest technology to communicate with clients and represent them. With the number of platforms out there to choose from, it can be hard to determine which is best […]

Join me as I talk tips for upping your trial performance. I’ll cover all aspects of the trial, including, jury selection, opening statements, direct witness testimony, cross-examination, closing arguments, jury instructions, and verdicts. Discussions are welcome in the comments section. — Tad Thomas The COVID-19 pandemic has significantly altered how we practice law and represent […]

Technology is an essential part of any modern practicing attorney’s toolkit. In Tad’s Tech Corner, join me as I discuss how to best utilize technology– both from a device and software standpoint– during your daily lawyering tasks and trial. Discussions, as always, are welcome in the comments section below. — Tad Thomas For over a […]

Christopher P. Kriesen is a mediator and arbitrator in Hartford, Connecticut, where The Kalon Law Firm is based. He attended the Advanced Mediation Workshop at Harvard Law School’s Program on Negotiation. He has a J.D. from the University of Connecticut School of Law. Lawyer Minds: How would you define “story?” Christopher P. Kriesen: A story […]

Anthony Paglia, of Anthony Paglia Injury Lawyer LTD, has practiced injury law for over a decade. He started his career as an insurance defense lawyer for an international law firm and then worked for one of Nevada’s largest injury firms before opening up his own practice. He has helped hundreds of people with their personal […]

Join me as I talk tips for upping your trial performance. I’ll cover all aspects of the trial, including jury selection, opening statements, direct witness testimony, cross-examination, closing arguments, jury instructions, and verdicts. Discussions are welcome in the comments section. — Tad Thomas As a young lawyer preparing for trial, you will likely be reviewing […]

“Wise people are fools if they cannot adapt to foolish people.” – Michel Eyquem de Montaigne[1] Introduction Laziness. You’ve taken this deposition before (in your head, or in another case) and everything went great. This time the witness seems unmanageable. You’re doing everything right, but getting nothing. The most obvious conclusions that favor your case […]

Rocco Riccobono, of Borchert & LaSpina, P.C., has experience in personal injury, medical malpractice, dental malpractice, legal writing, legal research, litigation, settlement negotiation, and trial practice. He attended the University of Chicago and graduated from Hofstra University School of Law. Lawyer Minds: Why are trial lawyers important to any society? Rocco Riccobono: Trial lawyers are […]

Technology is an essential part of any modern practicing attorney’s toolkit. In Tad’s Tech Corner, join me as I discuss how to best utilize technology– both from a device and software standpoint– during your daily lawyering tasks and trial. Discussions, as always, are welcome in the comments section below. — Tad Thomas With more attorneys […]

Join me as I talk tips for upping your trial performance. I’ll cover all aspects of the trial, including jury selection, opening statements, direct witness testimony, cross-examination, closing arguments, jury instructions, and verdicts. Discussions are welcome in the comments section. — Tad Thomas Whether you’ve been handling courtroom cases for decades or you’re just getting […]