From juror clarity and witness credibility to damages, themes and voir dire, outside perspective can make a meaningful difference before trial. I’ve worked side-by-side the best trial lawyers in the country, who know their cases, the law and the courtroom better than anyone. But sometimes that deep familiarity can obscure how a case will land with jurors, coming in cold. Here’s how an outside perspective sharpens themes, tests assumptions and creates the most compelling argum
A client recently came to me with a whistleblower case with strong facts but a potentially problematic plaintiff. They had been working together for months, and as trial approached the attorney was concerned her client's actions pre- and post-termination would sour a jury. After bringing together 12 mock jurors for openings, closings and evidence review, the team left with a very different perspective on the case -- and prevailed. Even the strongest legal teams can be too clo
