Exciting new series on “Voice, Body and Movement for Lawyers – How to connect with the jury and find Justice Through Dramatic Technique!”
Click here to find out moreThe seeds for success at trial are sown by choices made in the earliest stages of a case. Thoughtful analysis of the fundamentals and key issues of the case and effective planning will make a critical difference as the case proceeds. Identifying early on the important pieces of evidence needed for trial, as well as anticipating the aspects of the case which will need to be "neutralized," are crucial for running an efficient and cost-effective case. In this installment in our trial advocacy series, Rob Walters and Leigh Martinson provide an inside perspective on effective and efficient early stage case analysis. Key points: • Due diligence -- analysis of claims, defenses, and critical facts • Know your court, judge, opposing counsel and opposing party • Determine if there are good prospects for early settlement or dispositive motions • Build a trial plan at the beginning • Build an effective and efficient discovery plan based on the trial plan • Technology choices • Opinions needed?
