The Litigation Consulting Report

Trial graphics play a crucial role in presenting evidence in a legal trial, as they have the power to convey complex information to a judge or jury in a visually compelling way. However, it is not enough to simply display a chart or diagram without any explanation. Without proper context, trial graphics can easily be misinterpreted or manipulated, leading to confusion or skepticism among the audience.

Voir dire is a crucial phase in any trial. It is the process of selecting a jury, where both the prosecution and the defense counsel have the opportunity to question potential jurors, and decide whether or not they would be impartial and fair in their judgment. During this process, the lawyers are allowed to use a limited number of strikes to remove potential jurors from the jury pool. The strategic use of these voir dire strikes can make or break a case. In this article, we will discuss how to use your voir dire strikes strategically.

When it comes to trial lawyers, the importance of engaging a jury consultant as early as possible cannot be overstated. The expertise and insights provided by a jury consultant can significantly impact the outcome of a trial. By understanding the minds of potential jurors, a jury consultant can assist in selecting a jury that is more likely to be sympathetic to the case at hand. Furthermore, they can help create trial strategies that are tailored specifically to the jurors involved.

by Ken Lopez Founder/CEO A2L Consulting There are a half-dozen annual surveys in the legal industry that ask lawyers and legal industry experts, "who are the best litigation support vendors?" The annual Best of LegalTimes survey is one of the premier surveys in this group. Other high-quality legal industry surveys include those by The New York Law Journal, The National Law Journal, and The Recorder.