Top 30 Trial Tips from the Courtroom Trenches
After years of trying cases in courtrooms across Georgia, I’ve learned a thing or two (or thirty) about what makes a trial run smoothly and what doesn’t. Whether you’re a first-chair trial lawyer or supporting your team from the benches, preparation is everything. Here are 30 tips I swear by when heading into trial.
Creativity in the Courtroom: Why It Matters More Than YouThink
Creativity in the Courtroom: Why It Matters More Than You Think When most people think of a trial lawyer, they picture someone laser-focused on facts, timelines, and procedure. And yes, those things matter. But if you’ve ever been in front of a jury, you know: the facts alone rarely carry the day. What wins trials […]
Helping Clients Reclaim Their Voice: How Psychodrama Prepares Them for the Witness Stand
Helping Clients Reclaim Their Voice: How Psychodrama Prepares Them for the Witness Stand When I first encountered the idea of using psychodrama as a technique to prepare clients for trial, I was intrigued. It’s an approach that goes beyond traditional preparation—engaging clients not just mentally, but physically and emotionally as well. After incorporating psychodrama into […]