The Litigation Consulting Report

The process of voir dire is crucial when it comes to selecting a jury for a civil trial. During this process, attorneys have the opportunity to question potential jurors to determine whether they are fit to serve as impartial jurors.

As a lawyer, you will likely come across some high-profile clients in your career. Representing celebrities in court can be challenging, but it can also be rewarding. However, there are some unique considerations that you must keep in mind when dealing with these types of clients.

Preparing for a trial can be a daunting task, especially when you know it's going to be a bench trial. However, there is a useful tool that is often overlooked but can provide valuable insights into your case strategy - conducting a mock bench trial. Here are six good reasons why you should consider conducting a mock bench trial when you know your trial is going to be a bench trial in the courtroom.

As a trial lawyer, it is crucial to identify the jury foreman during voir dire, as they play a pivotal role in leading the deliberations and often hold significant influence over the jury's final decision. To effectively identify the jury foreman, here are ten key strategies to consider during voir dire.

by Ryan H. Flax, Esq. (Former) Managing Director, Litigation Consulting A2L Consulting So, you’ve made the time, effort, and budget commitment to conduct a mock jury exercise to test your case before trial. In my opinion and in the opinion of almost every litigator I’ve worked with, all this time and effort is generally well spent. But if you fail to get the right feedback from your mock jurors, you’ve wasted your time and resources.

Much has been written about the hero's journey as Joseph Campbell described it in his seminal work, The Hero with a Thousand Faces. In this 1949 book, Campbell asserts that storytellers worldwide, in their best stories, have for centuries used a story structure that he calls the monomyth. From Beowulf to Ulysses to Luke Skywalker, the pattern is seen over the ages.

Hiring a jury consultant can make all the difference in the outcome of a trial. The right consultant can help you identify potential biases and challenges in the jury pool, develop effective trial strategies, and ultimately increase your chances of a successful outcome. In this article, we'll explore the benefits of hiring a jury consultant and some secrets about the industry that you may not have known.

Mock juries serve as a crucial tool for legal practitioners in their trial preparations. These simulated juries provide valuable insights into how your arguments will be received and offer opportunities for improvement. When conducting a mock trial, it is important to anticipate the questions and comments that your mock jury may have. Here are 11 common inquiries to be prepared for: