http://www.americanbar.org/content/dam/aba/multimedia/litigation/soundadvice/soundadvice.xml/ en-us © 2013 ABA Section of Litigation Sound Advice shares the experience and collective wisdom of some of finest legal minds in the world. Easy access to such a vast collection of knowledge will be useful and enjoyable. ABA Section of Litigation Sound Advice shares the experience and collective wisdom of some of finest legal minds in the world. Sound Advice shares the experience and collective wisdom of some of finest legal minds in the world. Easy access to such a vast collection of knowledge will be useful and enjoyable. No http://feeds.feedburner.com/AbaSectionOfLitSoundAdvice ABA Section of Litigation ltwebrequests@americanbar.org Practical tips and reminders as you head into trial helping you successfully execute your plan. This Sound Advice is broken down into three manageable sections. http://www.americanbar.org/content/dam/aba/publications/litigation_committees/trialpractice/heading-to-trial-a-checklist-for-your-team.mp3 Tuesday, 31 Jan 2017 10:00:00 GMT Paul G. Karlsgodt Heading to Trial – A Checklist for your team Practical tips and reminders as you head into trial helping you successfully execute your plan. This Sound Advice is broken down into three manageable sections. 00:03:53 Trial Practice, litigation, trial, aba, lawyers, research, meetings, online, Paul G. Karlsgodt, book A company's reputation is arguably its most important asset. Today, companies with established brands and spotless reputations are faced with new challenges in the digital age. Now, one person can threaten a corporation's reputation instantaneously, and thus, it is more important than ever to safeguard against these risks. http://www.americanbar.org/content/dam/aba/multimedia/migrated/litigation/soundadvice/mp3/020117-corporate-social-media-and-legal-risk-management.mp3 Monday, 13 Feb 2017 00:00:00 GMT Arvin Maskin Social Media and Legal Risk Management A company's reputation is arguably its most important asset. Today, companies with established brands and spotless reputations are faced with new challenges in the digital age. Now, one person can threaten a corporation's reputation instantaneously, and thus, it is more important than ever to safeguard against these risks. 00:10:45 litigator, litigation, trial, aba, lawyers, research, meetings, online, Arvin Maskin, book This program addresses the benefits of diversity within law firms from the young lawyer perspective. http://www.americanbar.org/content/dam/aba/multimedia/litigation/mp3/020317_cbl_diversity_in_law_firms.mp3 Friday, 08 Feb 2017 00:00:00 GMT Selena Molina Diversity in Law Firms This program addresses the benefits of diversity within law firms from the young lawyer perspective. (11:28 min) 00:08:50 litigator, litigation, trial, aba, lawyers, research, meetings, online, Selena Molina, book Hear law professor and author John Lande outline the advantages of working closely with opposing counsel––before and during a trial. Despite attorney fears of appearing weak this type of strategy often serves both the attorneys and their clients. (11:28 min) Save 20% when you purchase the book! http://www.americanbar.org/content/dam/aba/multimedia/migrated/litigation/soundadvice/mp3/031113-j-lande-negotiations-adr-final.authcheckdam.mp3 Monday, 11 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT John Lande Lawyering with Planned Early Negotiations Hear law professor and author John Lande outline the advantages of working closely with opposing counsel––before and during a trial. Despite attorney fears of appearing weak this type of strategy often serves both the attorneys and their clients. (11:28 min) 00:11:28 litigator, litigation, trial, aba, lawyers, research, meetings, online, John Lande, book Multitasking is a concept we are all familiar with, but it is often too difficult to actually work in our lives. Listen as Teresa Beck offers tips and practices to help you develop or maintain a healthy balance for your life. (12:11 min) http://www.americanbar.org/content/dam/aba/multimedia/migrated/litigation/soundadvice/mp3/031113-t-beck-life-management-wac-final.authcheckdam.mp3 Monday, 11 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT Teresa Beck Work-Life Management Multitasking is a concept we are all familiar with, but it is often too difficult to actually work in our lives. Listen as Teresa Beck offers tips and practices to help you develop or maintain a healthy balance for your life.(12:11 min) 00:12:11 litigator, litigation, trial, aba, lawyers, research, meetings, online, Teresa Beck, book Hear Eric English and Paul Genender as they describe the use of settlement counsel during trials. Although they are not always needed, hiring settlement counsel can make life easier for the trial counsel and may help your client achieve their desired outcome. (11:28 min) http://www.americanbar.org/content/dam/aba/multimedia/migrated/litigation/soundadvice/mp3/030413-english-genender-settlement-counsel-adr.authcheckdam.mp3 Monday, 04 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT Eric O. English and Paul Genender Settlement Counsel—It Just Makes Sense Hear Eric English and Paul Genender as they describe the use of settlement counsel during trials. Although they are not always needed, hiring settlement counsel can make life easier for the trial counsel and may help your client achieve their desired outcome. (11:28 min) 00:11:28 litigator, litigation, trial, aba, lawyers, research, meetings, online,Eric O. English and Paul Genender, book The Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals has certified questions to the Texas Supreme Court that have the potential to expand the scope of the contractual liability exclusion. Jim Warren explains how courts interpret this exclusion and what the final decision by the Fifth Circuit may mean for construction contractors in Texas and beyond. (8:39 min) http://www.americanbar.org/content/dam/aba/multimedia/migrated/litigation/soundadvice/mp3/030413-j-warren-construction-final.authcheckdam.mp3 Monday, 04 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT Jim Warren Deconstructing the Contractual Liability Exclusion The Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals has certified questions to the Texas Supreme Court that have the potential to expand the scope of the contractual liability exclusion. Jim Warren explains how courts interpret this exclusion and what the final decision by the Fifth Circuit may mean for construction contractors in Texas and beyond. (8:39 min) 00:08:39 litigator, litigation, trial, aba, lawyers, research, meetings, online, Jim Warren ,book Listen as Bob Will, cochair of the Trust Estate Litigation committee, gives the first in a series of tips for intake on a trust case.(6:31 min) http://www.americanbar.org/content/dam/aba/multimedia/migrated/litigation/soundadvice/mp3/030413-b-will-trusts-and-estates-tip.authcheckdam.mp3 Monday, 04 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT Bob Will Tips for Intake on Trust Cases—Who Is the Client? Listen as Bob Will, cochair of the Trust Estate Litigation committee, gives the first in a series of tips for intake on a trust case. Although not always used, an engagement letter may help alleviate confusion as the case progresses. (6:31 min) 00:06:31 litigator, litigation, trial, aba, lawyers, research, meetings, online, Bob Will ,book David Michael outlines steps to take before you move for summary judgment in an employment discrimination case. (5:27 min) http://www.americanbar.org/content/dam/aba/multimedia/migrated/litigation/soundadvice/mp3/022513-d-michael-summary-judgement-employment-final.authcheckdam.mp3 Monday, 25 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMT David Michael 10 Tips for Securing Summary Judgment—From the Defense Perspective David Michael outlines steps to take before you move for summary judgment in an employment discrimination case. (5:27 min) 00:05:27 litigator, litigation, trial, aba, lawyers, research, meetings, online, David Michael ,book David Gresen explains why when financial documents don’t seem right during a divorce proceeding – it may be time to bring in a professional to take a closer look. (6:58 min) http://www.americanbar.org/content/dam/aba/multimedia/migrated/litigation/soundadvice/mp3/022513-d-greshen-forensic-accounting-family-law-final.mp3 Monday, 25 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMT David Gresen Figuring Out Finances with a Forensic Accountant David Gresen explains why when financial documents don’t seem right during a divorce proceeding – it may be time to bring in a professional to take a closer look. (6:58 min) 00:06:58 litigator, litigation, trial, aba, lawyers, research, meetings, online, David Gresen, book Listen as Professor Bent Pattison and current law student and former foster-care child Lori Bullock discuss three critiques of legal representation brought forth by young people who are in the child-welfare system. (7:56 min) http://www.americanbar.org/content/dam/aba/multimedia/migrated/litigation/soundadvice/mp3/022513-b-pattison-crlc-lessons-from-clients-final.mp3 Monday, 25 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMT Brent Pattison Learning from Juvenile Clients Can Make You a Better Advocate Listen as Professor Bent Pattison and current law student and former foster-care child Lori Bullock discuss three critiques of legal representation brought forth by young people who are in the child-welfare system. (7:56 min) 00:07:56 litigator, litigation, trial, aba, lawyers, research, meetings, Brent Pattison Drake Law School Des Moines, IA Children’s Rights Litigation, online Civil litigation generally involves direct claims by an injured party against a wrongdoer. Derivative actions are different. Hear as Jeff Gardner explains how this exception works and the ways in which it may affect your clients. (8:54 min) http://www.americanbar.org/content/dam/aba/multimedia/migrated/litigation/soundadvice/mp3/022513-j-gardner-derivative-suits-cads-final.authcheckdam.mp3 Monday, 25 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMT Jeff Gardner Understanding the Demand Futility Exception Civil litigation generally involves direct claims by an injured party against a wrongdoer. Derivative actions are different. Hear as Jeff Gardner explains how this exception works and the ways in which it may affect your clients. (8:54 min) 00:08:54 litigator, litigation, trial, aba, lawyers, research, meetings, online,Jeff Gardner, book All attorneys want to do their best for their clients, but sometimes mistakes happen. Listen as Elizabeth Timkovich shares advice on how to protect both the attorney-client and attorney-work product privileges. (15:56 min) http://www.americanbar.org/content/dam/aba/multimedia/migrated/litigation/soundadvice/mp3/021113-e-timkovich-com-bus-final.authcheckdam.mp3 Monday, 11 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMT Elizabeth Timkovich Practical Tips to Protect Clients’ Privileges All attorneys want to do their best for their clients, but sometimes mistakes happen. Listen as Elizabeth Timkovich shares advice on how to protect both the attorney-client and attorney-work product privileges. (15:56 min) 00:15:56 litigator, litigation, trial, aba, lawyers, research, meetings, Elizabeth Timkovich ,book In the first installment of the series, Lourdes Rosado and Bob Schwartz tackle the topic of staffing and putting together a multidisciplinary team. Listen each Mondayth for more advice on starting or expanding legal services for children. (13:24 min) http://www.americanbar.org/content/dam/aba/multimedia/migrated/litigation/soundadvice/mp3/021113-rosado-schwartz-cplc-legal-services-practice.authcheckdam.mp3 Monday, 11 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMT Lourdes M. Rosado and Bob Schwartz Launching and Building a Children’s Legal Services Practice In the first installment of the series, Lourdes Rosado and Bob Schwartz tackle the topic of staffing and putting together a multidisciplinary team. Listen each Mondayth for more advice on starting or expanding legal services for children. (13:24 min) 00:13:24 litigator, litigation, trial, aba, lawyers, research, meetings, Lourdes M. Rosado and Bob Schwartz ,book Ethics professor and longtime litigator Mike Downey outlines four issues that attorneys should address when clients are considering litigation loans. (6:48 min) http://www.americanbar.org/content/dam/aba/multimedia/migrated/litigation/soundadvice/mp3/021113-m-downey-lit-loans-feb.mp3 Monday, 11 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMT Mike Downey Litigation Funding Loans Ethics professor and longtime litigator Mike Downey outlines four issues that attorneys should address when clients are considering litigation loans. (6:48 min) 00:06:48 litigator, litigation, trial, aba, lawyers, research, meetings, Mike Downey, Armstrong Teasdale LLP, St. Louis, MO Before investing time and energy on behalf of your clients, you should first determine whether their product is a consumer product. Laura Walther outlines the differences between types of products. (6:35 min) http://www.americanbar.org/content/dam/aba/multimedia/migrated/litigation/soundadvice/mp3/0205132-l-walther-products-final.authcheckdam.mp3 Tuesday, 05 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMT Laura Walther Is Your Client’s Product Subject to the Jurisdiction of the CPSC? Before investing time and energy on behalf of your clients, you should first determine whether their product is a consumer product. Laura Walther outlines the differences between types of products. (6:35 min) 00:06:35 litigator, litigation, trial, aba, lawyers, research, meetings, Laura Walther ,book Real estate attorney Edward Bloom discusses potential problems while handling commercial lease disputes, and ways to prevent them. (9:18 min) http://www.americanbar.org/content/dam/aba/multimedia/migrated/litigation/soundadvice/mp3/020413-ed-bloom-lease-litigation-real-estate.mp3 Monday, 04 Feb 2013 13:00:00 -0000 Edward Bloom Lease Litigation: Are You Dealing With a Contract or an Estate in Land? Real estate attorney Edward Bloom discusses potential problems while handling commercial lease disputes, and ways to prevent them. (9:18 min) 00:09:18 litigator, litigation, trial, aba, lawyers, research, meetings,Edward Bloom Sherin and Lodgen Boston, MA Real Estate Litigation Committee Although Dukes v. Walmart gave more teeth to the comMondayality requirement and made it more difficult to achieve class certification under Rule23, certifications continue. Hear David Prahl as he discusses changes to requirements for comMondayality and what this means for you. (10:13 min) http://www.americanbar.org/content/dam/aba/multimedia/migrated/litigation/soundadvice/mp3/012813-d-prahl-cads-comMondayality.mp3 Monday, 28 Jan 2013 13:00:00 -0000 David Prahl Basic Requirements for Class Certification —ComMondayality Although Dukes v. Walmart gave more teeth to the comMondayality requirement and made it more difficult to achieve class certification under Rule23, certifications continue. Hear David Prahl as he discusses changes to requirements for comMondayality and what this means for you. (10:13 min) 00:10:13 litigator, litigation, trial, aba, lawyers, research, meetings, David Prahl Orrick, Herrington Sutcliffe LLP Sacramento, CAClass Actions Derivative Suits Nancy Marcus highlights three recent developments regarding transgender rights that may impact employment discrimination cases across the country. (10:10 min) http://www.americanbar.org/content/dam/aba/multimedia/migrated/litigation/soundadvice/mp3/012813-n-marcus-civil-rights-part2.mp3 Monday, 28 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT Nancy Marcus Transgender Protections Against Employment Discrimination - Part II Nancy Marcus highlights three recent developments regarding transgender rights that may impact employment discrimination cases across the country. (10:10 min) 00:10:10 litigator, litigation, trial, aba, lawyers, research, meetings, Nancy Marcus ,book Moderator Patrick Soon talks with author Beverly Macy about social media and some tips to best use these new platforms for marketing and career development.(14:46 min) http://www.americanbar.org/content/dam/aba/multimedia/migrated/litigation/soundadvice/mp3/012813-p-soon-macy-tech.authcheckdam.mp3 Monday, 28 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT Beverly Macy Social Media Marketing – LinkedIn for lawyers and Law firms Moderator Patrick Soon talks with author Beverly Macy about social media and some tips to best use these new platforms for marketing and career development. (14:46 min) 00:14:46 litigator, litigation, trial, aba, lawyers, research, meetings, Beverly Macy ,book Longtime general counsel Gregory Brown outlines ways that outside counsel can become the “go-to counsel” for their corporate clients. (11:01 min) http://www.americanbar.org/content/dam/aba/multimedia/migrated/litigation/soundadvice/mp3/012813-G-brown-energy.authcheckdam.mp3 Monday, 28 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT Gregory Brown Advice on Becoming Go-To Counsel Longtime general counsel Gregory Brown outlines ways that outside counsel can become the “go-to counsel” for their corporate clients. (11:01 min) 00:11:01 litigator, litigation, trial, aba, lawyers, research, meetings, Gregory Brown General Counsel Beusa Energy The Woodlands, TX Energy Litigation Committee ,book Hear forensic accountant Tracy Coenen as she explains the ins and outs of dividing mutual business interests, including obtaining tax returns and financial statements, during sensitive divorce proceedings. (8:52 min) http://www.americanbar.org/content/dam/aba/multimedia/migrated/litigation/soundadvice/mp3/011413-t-coenen-family-law-jan.authcheckdam.mp3 Monday, 14 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT Tracy Coenen Dividing Shared Business Assets During a Divorce Hear forensic accountant Tracy Coenen as she explains the ins and outs of dividing mutual business interests, including obtaining tax returns and financial statements, during sensitive divorce proceedings. (8:52 min) 00:08:52 litigator, litigation, trial, aba, lawyers, research, meetings, Tracy Coenen Sequence Inc. Milwaukee, WI Family Law Litigation ,book Nancy Marcus highlights three recent developments regarding transgender rights that may impact employment discrimination cases across the country. (10:10 min) http://www.americanbar.org/content/dam/aba/multimedia/migrated/litigation/soundadvice/mp3/011413-n-marcus-civil-rights-part-I.authcheckdam.mp3 Monday, 14 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT Nancy Marcus Transgender Protections Against Employment Discrimination - Part I Nancy Marcus highlights three recent developments regarding transgender rights that may impact employment discrimination cases across the country. (10:10 min) 00:10:10 litigator, litigation, trial, aba, lawyers, research, meetings,Nancy Marcus Berkman, Gordon, Murray and Devan Cleveland, OH Civil Rights Litigation Committee If you are contemplating venturing out on your own, listen to Paul Lehner as he shares the strategy behind his successful transition from working at a large firm to launching his own business. (7:55 min) http://www.americanbar.org/content/dam/aba/multimedia/migrated/litigation/soundadvice/mp3/011413-p-lehner-solo.authcheckdam.mp3 Monday, 14 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT Paul Lehner Leaving a Large Firm? Avoid Burning Bridges If you are contemplating venturing out on your own, listen to Paul Lehner as he shares the strategy behind his successful transition from working at a large firm to launching his own business. (7:55 min) 00:07:55 litigator, litigation, trial, aba, lawyers, research, meetings,Paul Lehner Adducci, Dorf, Lehner, Mitchell amp; Blankenship Chicago, IL Solo Small Firm Committee Litigator and ethics professor Mike Downey outlines three standards that can be used when attempting to get an opposing counsel’s expert disqualified from a case. (8:29 min) http://www.americanbar.org/content/dam/aba/multimedia/migrated/litigation/soundadvice/mp3/011413-m-downey-jan.mp3 Monday, 14 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT Mike Downey Standards for Disqualifying Expert Witnesses Litigator and ethics professor Mike Downey outlines three standards that can be used when attempting to get an opposing counsel’s expert disqualified from a case. (8:29 min) 00:08:29 litigator, litigation, trial, aba, lawyers, research, meetings,By Mike Downey, Armstrong Teasdale LLP, St. Louis, MO Unfortunately for clients, accidental production of documents does occur. John Barkett discusses what should happen when privileged or protected documents mistakenly get shared with opposing counsel. (6:32 min) http://www.americanbar.org/content/dam/aba/multimedia/migrated/litigation/soundadvice/mp3/011413-j-barkett-procedure-jan.mp3 Monday, 14 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT John Barkett Inadvertent Production of Documents Unfortunately for clients, accidental production of documents does occur. John Barkett discusses what should happen when privileged or protected documents mistakenly get shared with opposing counsel. (6:32 min) 00:06:32 litigator, litigation, trial, aba, lawyers, research, meetings, John Barkett Shook, Hardy Bacon, Miami, FLO Every day, lawyers sabotage their own cases at trial for a wide array of reasons. Learn what pitfalls to dodge as Judge Ruben Castillo shares his insights from the bench. (8:57 min) http://www.americanbar.org/content/dam/aba/multimedia/migrated/litigation/soundadvice/mp3/122812-r-castillo-trial-p-final.authcheckdam.mp3 Fridayday, 28 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMT Judge Ruben Castillo 12 Sure Ways to Lose Trials Every day, lawyers sabotage their own cases at trial for a wide array of reasons. Learn what pitfalls to dodge as Judge Ruben Castillo shares his insights from the bench. (8:57 min) 00:08:57 litigator, litigation, trial, aba, lawyers, research, meetings,Judge Ruben Castillo Northern District of Illinois Chicago, IL Trial Practice Committee Judge RayMondayd Pianka advises attorneys to pay close attention because, despite a bankruptcy, property owners still have legal obligations concerning real estate. (6:15 min) http://www.americanbar.org/content/dam/aba/multimedia/migrated/litigation/soundadvice/mp3/122812-r-pianka-real-estate-final.mp3 Fridayday, 28 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMT Judge RayMondayd Pianka Protecting Your Clients’ Interests During a Bankruptcy Judge RayMondayd Pianka advises attorneys to pay close attention because, despite a bankruptcy, property owners still have legal obligations concerning real estate. (6:15 min) 00:06:15 litigator, litigation, trial, aba, lawyers, research, meetings,Judge RayMondayd Pianka Cleveland Municipal Housing Division Cleveland, OH Real Estate Litigation Committee Representing veterans can create unique issues. Janet Totter outlines the specifics of the SCRA and who is covered. (11:06 min) http://www.americanbar.org/content/dam/aba/multimedia/migrated/litigation/soundadvice/mp3/122812-j-totter-pro-bono-final.authcheckdam.mp3 Fridayday, 28 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMT Janet Totter The Service Members Civil Relief Act (SCRA) Representing veterans can create unique issues. Janet Totter outlines the specifics of the SCRA and who is covered. (11:06 min) 00:11:06 litigator, litigation, trial, aba, lawyers, research, meetings,Janet Totter Veterans’ legal assistance project Austin, TX Pro Bono Public Interest Committee Listen as Paul Lalonde outlines a few factors US attorneys should keep in mind as they help clients deal with matters involving our cousin up north. (11:00 min) http://www.americanbar.org/content/dam/aba/multimedia/migrated/litigation/soundadvice/mp3/122812-p-lalonde-international-final.authcheckdam.mp3 Fridayday, 28 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMT Paul Lalonde Disputes Involving Canada: Considerations for US Practitioners Listen as Paul Lalonde outlines a few factors US attorneys should keep in mind as they help clients deal with matters involving our cousin up north. (11:00 min) 00:11:00 litigator, litigation, trial, aba, lawyers, research, meetings,Paul Lalonde Heenan Blaikie LLP/SRL Toronto, CA International Litigation Committee Veteran ethics professor Stephan Landsman discusses authentication and the seven-step process to establish it for evidentiary purposes. (12:40 min) http://www.americanbar.org/content/dam/aba/multimedia/migrated/litigation/soundadvice/mp3/121812-landsman-evidence-final.mp3 Tuesday, 18 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMT Professor Stephan Landsman Authentication of Evidence Veteran ethics professor Stephan Landsman discusses authentication and the seven-step process to establish it for evidentiary purposes. (12:40 min) 00:12:40 litigator, litigation, trial, aba, lawyers, research, meetings,By Professor Stephan Landsman, DePaul University College of Law, Chicago, IL Sheri Pastor describes enhancements and provisions that will help you when negotiating your next policy. (9:35 min) http://www.americanbar.org/content/dam/aba/multimedia/migrated/litigation/soundadvice/mp3/121712-s-pastor-insurance-final.authcheckdam.mp3 Monday, 17 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMT Sheri Pastor Improving Your D O Policy? Sheri Pastor describes enhancements and provisions that will help you when negotiating your next policy. (9:35 min) 00:09:35 litigator, litigation, trial, aba, lawyers, research, meetings,Sheri Pastor McCarter English Newark, NJ Insurance Coverage Litigation Laura Hanson outlines coverage issues that arise as a result of dram-shop laws.(14:25 min) http://www.americanbar.org/content/dam/aba/multimedia/migrated/litigation/soundadvice/mp3/121712-l-Hansen-liquor-liability-coverage-final.authcheckdam.mp3 Monday, 17 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMT Laura Hanson Liquor Liability Coverage Laura Hanson outlines coverage issues that arise as a result of dram-shop laws. (14:25 min) 00:14:25 litigator, litigation, trial, aba, lawyers, research, meetings,Laura Hanson Meagher Geer P.L.L.P. Minneapolis, MN Insurance Coverage Litigation Dealing with legal bullies is never pleasant. Hear as Mike Downey gives 8 steps to best handle these “Rambo” attorneys.(14:56 min) http://www.americanbar.org/content/dam/aba/multimedia/migrated/litigation/soundadvice/mp3/121712-downey-rambo-ethics-committee-final.authcheckdam.mp3 Monday, 17 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMT2 Mike Downey “Rambo” Attorneys—How to Handle Legal Bullies Dealing with legal bullies is never pleasant. Hear as Mike Downey give 8 steps to best handle these “Rambo” attorneys. (14:56 min) 00:14:56 litigator, litigation, trial, aba, lawyers, research, meetings,Mike Downey Armstrong Teasdale LLP Saint Louis, MO Ethics Committee Greg Hanthorn highlights three reasons why all lawyers, regardless of location, should read the ABA Model Rules. (11:09 min) http://www.americanbar.org/content/dam/aba/multimedia/migrated/litigation/soundadvice/mp3/121712-hanthorn-ethics-com-final.authcheckdam.mp3 Monday, 17 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMT Greg Hanthorn ABA Model Rules of Professional Conduct—Why Should Lawyers Care? Greg Hanthorn highlights three reasons why all lawyers, regardless of location, should read the ABA Model Rules. (11:09 min) 00:11:09 litigator, litigation, trial, aba, lawyers, research, Greg Hanthorn Jones Day Atlanta, GA Ethics Listen as Ron Kammer details what qualifies as a joint-venture exclusion and what does not. (8:43 min) http://www.americanbar.org/content/dam/aba/multimedia/migrated/litigation/soundadvice/mp3/121712-r-kammer-insurance-final.authcheckdam.mp3 Monday, 17 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMT Ron Kammer Joint Venture Exclusions Listen as Ron Kammer details what qualifies as a joint-venture exclusion and what does not. (8:43 min) 00:08:43 litigator, litigation, trial, aba, lawyers, research, Ron Kammer Hinshaw Culbertson LLP Coral Gables, FL Insurance Coverage Litigation Jodi Spencer Johnson discusses when the duty to defend these environmental-cleanup actions actually begins. (6:50 min) http://www.americanbar.org/content/dam/aba/multimedia/migrated/litigation/soundadvice/mp3/121712-j-s-johnson-insurance-final.authcheckdam.mp3 Monday, 17 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMT Jodi Spencer Johnson Defending CERCLA Actions – What is Your Duty? Jodi Spencer Johnson discusses when the duty to defend these environmental-cleanup actions actually begins. (6:50 min)) 00:06:50 litigator, litigation, trial, aba, lawyers, research, Jodi Spencer Johnson Thacker Martinsek LPA Cleveland, OH Insurance Coverage Litigation When litigating statutory claims of harassment or discrimination, do you seek reinstatement, front pay, or both? Kevin J. O’Connor outlines the factors that must be considered. (9:57 min) http://www.americanbar.org/content/dam/aba/multimedia/migrated/litigation/soundadvice/mp3/121212-oconnor-employment-final.authcheckdam.mp3 Wednesday, 12 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMT Kevin O’Connor Litigating Front Pay Claims – A Primer When litigating statutory claims of harassment or discrimination, do you seek reinstatement, front pay, or both? Kevin J. O’Connor outlines the factors that must be considered. (9:57 min) 00:09:57 litigator, litigation, trial, aba, lawyers, research, Kevin O’Connor Peckar Abramson, P.C. River Edge, NJ Employment and Labor John Barkett discusses the possible changes in the scope of discovery presented to the Rules Committee.(4:55 min) http://www.americanbar.org/content/dam/aba/multimedia/migrated/litigation/soundadvice/mp3/121012-barkett-proposed-rule-changes-dec-final.mp3 Monday, 10 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMT John Barkett Civil Rules Advisory Committee Proposed Changes in Discovery John Barkett discusses the possible changes in the scope of discovery presented to the Rules Committee. (4:55 min) 00:04:55 litigator, litigation, trial, aba, lawyers, research, By John Barkett Shook, Hardy Bacon, Miami, FL According to Ira Gonzalez, the best networking doesn’t usually just happen - it requires a plan. Learn how to develop your business and career with an eye toward the future. (7:48 min) http://www.americanbar.org/content/dam/aba/multimedia/migrated/litigation/soundadvice/mp3/121012-i-gonzalez-product-lia-final.authcheckdam.mp3 Monday, 10 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMT Ira Gonzalez Building Your Network: A Diverse Perspective According to Ira Gonzalez, the best networking doesn’t usually just happen - it requires a plan. Learn how to develop your business and career with an eye toward the future. (7:48 min) 00:07:48 litigator, litigation, trial, aba, lawyers, research, Ira Gonzalez Adams and Reese LLP New Orleans, LA Products Liability Litigation Learn from Ira Lustbader how you can help to end this national disgrace. (16:01 min) http://www.americanbar.org/content/dam/aba/multimedia/migrated/litigation/soundadvice/mp3/121012-i-lustbader-childrens-final.authcheckdam.mp3 Monday, 10 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMT Ira Lustbader Hidden Victimization of Foster Children Learn from Ira Lustbader how you can help to end this national disgrace. (16:01 min) 00:16:01 litigator, litigation, trial, aba, lawyers, research, Ira Lustbader Children’s Rights New York, NY Children Rights Litigation Real estate lawyer Scott Osborne explains the ins and outs of commercial mortgages. (8:13 min) http://www.americanbar.org/content/dam/aba/multimedia/migrated/litigation/soundadvice/mp3/121012-s-osborne-RE-final.authcheckdam.mp3 Monday, 10 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMT Scott Osborne Recent Developments in Litigation Regarding Commercial Mortgages Real estate lawyer Scott Osborne explains the ins and outs of commercial mortgages. (8:13 min) 00:08:13 litigator, litigation, trial, aba, lawyers, research, Scott Osborne Foster Pepper PLLC Seattle, WA Real Estate Andrew Sawula outlines New Source Review (NSR) cases pending in three separate federal appeals courts. (10:26 min) http://www.americanbar.org/content/dam/aba/multimedia/migrated/litigation/soundadvice/mp3/120412-a-sawula-NSR-Appeals-environmental-final.authcheckdam.mp3 Tuesday, 04 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMT Andrew Sawula Clean Air Act Cases Involving the New Source Review Program Andrew Sawula outlines New Source Review (NSR) cases pending in three separate federal appeals courts. (10:26 min) 00:10:26 litigator, litigation, trial, aba, lawyers, research, Andrew Sawula Schiff Hardin, LLP Chicago, IL Environmental Litigation Committee Paul Bauer discusses the “scandal of prediction” and ways to protect against false assumptions when predicting the future. (16:39 min) http://www.americanbar.org/content/dam/aba/multimedia/migrated/litigation/soundadvice/mp3/120312-bauer-professional-lia-final.authcheckdam.mp3 Monday, 03 Dec 2012 13:00:00 -0000 Paul Bauer Black Swans and Pension Tsunamis Paul Bauer discusses the “scandal of prediction” and ways to protect against false assumptions when predicting the future. (16:39 min) 00:16:39 litigator, litigation, trial, aba, lawyers, research, Paul Bauer Ethics professor and litigation partner Mike Downey discusses the three most important elements of a conflict waiver. (7:20 min) http://www.americanbar.org/content/dam/aba/multimedia/migrated/litigation/soundadvice/mp3/120312-downey-dec-final.mp3 Monday, 03 Dec 2012 13:00:00 -0000 Mike Downey Conflict Waivers Ethics professor and litigation partner Mike Downey discusses the three most important elements of a conflict waiver. (7:20 min) 00:07:20 litigator, litigation, trial, aba, lawyers, research,By Mike Downey, Armstrong Teasdale LLP, St. Louis, MO Grayson Yeargin discusses the special issues related to parallel proceedings and how to protect your client’s interests. (09:25 min) http://www.americanbar.org/content/dam/aba/multimedia/migrated/litigation/soundadvice/mp3/120312-g-yeargin-criminal-final.authcheckdam.mp3 Monday, 03 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMT Grayson Yeargin Best Practices for Parallel Proceedings Grayson Yeargin discusses the special issues related to parallel proceedings and how to protect your client’s interests. (09:25 min) 00:09:25 litigator, litigation, trial, aba, lawyers, research,Grayson Yeargin Jeanne Barnum outlines new FTC revisions designed to help marketers ensure that their claims are non-deceptive. (7:59 min) http://www.americanbar.org/content/dam/aba/multimedia/migrated/litigation/soundadvice/mp3/120312-j-barnum-construction-final.authcheckdam.mp3 Monday, 03 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMT Jeanne Barnum Revisions to Green Marketing Guides from the Federal Trade Commission Jeanne Barnum outlines new FTC revisions designed to help marketers ensure that their claims are non-deceptive. (7:59 min) 00:07:59 litigator, litigation, trial, aba, lawyers, research, Jeanne Barnum Schnader Harrison Segal Lewis LLP Cherry Hill, NJ Construction Litigation Listen as economist and veteran expert witness Debra Aron outlines five tips to ensure your experts’ successful testiMondayy at depositions and trials. (8:38 min) http://www.americanbar.org/content/dam/aba/multimedia/migrated/litigation/soundadvice/mp3/11-26-12-daron-final.authcheckdam.mp3 Monday, 26 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT Debra Aron How to Enhance Your Expert Witnesses’ Effectiveness Listen as economist and veteran expert witness Debra Aron outlines five tips to ensure your experts’ successful testiMondayy at depositions and trials. (8:38 min) 00:08:38 litigator, litigation, trial, aba, lawyers, research, Debra Aron Navigant Economics, Chicago Hear John Barkett outline changes to a lawyer’s duty regarding a failure to preserve discoverable information and the culpability of such actions. (5:49 min) http://www.americanbar.org/content/dam/aba/multimedia/migrated/litigation/soundadvice/mp3/11-26-12-barkett-2-final.mp3 Monday, 26 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT John Barkett Changes to Rule 37 (e) of the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure Hear John Barkett outline changes to a lawyer’s duty regarding a failure to preserve discoverable information and the culpability of such actions. (5:49 min) 00:05:49 litigator, litigation, trial, aba, lawyers, research, By John Barkett Shook, Hardy Bacon, Miami, FL Listen as Professor Fredric Lederer explains the difference between having—and not having—a hearsay problem. (08:05 min) http://www.americanbar.org/content/dam/aba/multimedia/migrated/litigation/soundadvice/mp3/11-20-12-lederer-evidence-final.mp3 Monday, 20 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT Professor Fredric Lederer Remember the Basics of Hearsay Listen as Professor Fredric Lederer explains the difference between having—and not having—a hearsay problem. (08:05 min) 00:08:05 litigator, litigation, trial, aba, lawyers, research,By Professor Fredric Lederer, William Mary Law School, Williamsburg, VA Two new regulatory rules for consumer products have recently gone into effect. Chuck Joern explains the importance of each for you and your clients. (12:24 min) http://www.americanbar.org/content/dam/aba/multimedia/migrated/litigation/soundadvice/mp3/11-19-12-C-Joern-final.authcheckdam.mp3 Monday, 19 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT Charles Joern New Consumer Product Safety Regulations Two new regulatory rules for consumer products have recently gone into effect. Chuck Joern explains the importance of each for you and your clients. (12:24 min) 00:12:24 litigator, litigation, trial, aba, lawyers, research,Charles Joern Joern Law Firm, Oakbrook Products Liability Joe Hanna gives tips on conducting pretrial discovery and using experts to help give you the advantage. (09:10 min) http://www.americanbar.org/content/dam/aba/multimedia/migrated/litigation/soundadvice/mp3/11-19-12-J-Hanna-final2.authcheckdam.mp3 Monday, 19 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT Joe Hanna Best Practices for Pretrial Discovery and the Use of Experts Joe Hanna gives tips on conducting pretrial discovery and using experts to help give you the advantage. (09:10 min) 00:09:10 litigator, litigation, trial, aba, lawyers, research,Joe Hanna Goldberg Segalla, LLP, Buffalo Minority Trial Lawyer Josh Johanningmeier summarizes the new OSHA rules regarding whistle-blowers. (07:45 min) http://www.americanbar.org/content/dam/aba/multimedia/migrated/litigation/soundadvice/mp3/11-19-12-J-Johanningmeier-final.authcheckdam.mp3 Monday, 19 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT Josh Johanningmeier Whistle-Blower Protections Josh Johanningmeier summarizes the new OSHA rules regarding whistle-blowers. (07:45 min) 00:07:45 litigator, litigation, trial, aba, lawyers, research,Josh Johanningmeier Godfrey Kahn S.C., Madison Products Liability Lucia Coyoca describes her experiences with juries in complex business litigation cases. (10:23 min) http://www.americanbar.org/content/dam/aba/multimedia/migrated/litigation/soundadvice/mp3/11-19-12-L-Coycoa-final.authcheckdam.mp3 Monday, 19 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT Lucia Coyoca Jury Selection—Have Some Faith Lucia Coyoca describes her experiences with juries in complex business litigation cases. (10:23 min) 00:10:23 litigator, litigation, trial, aba, lawyers, research,Lucia Coyoca Mitchell Silberberg Knupp LLP, Los Angeles, The Woman Advocate Appellate specialist Sonia O’Donnell explains the difference between an order and an injunction under section 1292(a-1). (08:51 min) http://www.americanbar.org/content/dam/aba/multimedia/migrated/litigation/soundadvice/mp3/11-19-12-ODonnell-final.authcheckdam.mp3 Monday, 19 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT Sonia O'Donnell Jury Selection—Have Some Faith Appellate specialist Sonia O’Donnell explains the difference between an order and an injunction under section 1292(a-1). (08:51 min)) 00:08:51 litigator, litigation, trial, aba, lawyers, Sonia O'Donnell Jorden Burt LLP, Miami Appellate Practice Attorney and author Jarred Correia outlines ways to protect yourself and your practice from the pitfalls of Twitter. (11:43 min) http://www.americanbar.org/content/dam/aba/multimedia/migrated/litigation/soundadvice/mp3/11-19-12-Carreia-final.authcheckdam.mp3 Monday, 19 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT Jared Correia 10 Ways to Stay Safe on Twitter Attorney and author Jarred Correia outlines ways to protect yourself and your practice from the pitfalls of Twitter. (11:43 min) 00:11:43 litigator, litigation, trial, aba, lawyers, Jared Correia Law Office Management Assistance Program, MA Technology for the Litigator What happens when a lawyer is also a witness in a case? Listen as Mike Downey outlines that various roles that lawyers can and can not play according to rule 3.7. (5:15 min) http://www.americanbar.org/content/dam/aba/multimedia/migrated/litigation/soundadvice/mp3/110512_downey_nov_final.mp3 Monday, 05 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT Mike Downey Lawyers as a Witness What happens when a lawyer is also a witness in a case? Listen as Mike Downey outlines that various roles that lawyers can and can not play according to rule 3.7. (5:15 min) 00:05:15 litigator, litigation, trial, aba, lawyers, Mike Downey Armstrong Teasdale LLP, St. Louis, MO Oral argument is vital in the appellate process. Judge Joseph Greenaway outlines strategies for brief writing that will put you ahead of opposing counsel. (08:36 min) http://www.americanbar.org/content/dam/aba/multimedia/migrated/litigation/soundadvice/mp3/102612_greenaway_final.authcheckdam.mp3 Fridayday, 26 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT Judge Joseph Greenaway It's in the Briefs: How to Win Before You Utter a Word Oral argument is vital in the appellate process. Judge Joseph Greenaway outlines strategies for brief writing that will put you ahead of opposing counsel. (08:36 min) 00:08:36 litigator, litigation, trial, aba, lawyers, Judge Joseph Greenaway Appellate Practice Listen as Haley Gorenberg outlines upcoming challenges for same-sex couples in the Supreme Court. (05:58 min) http://www.americanbar.org/content/dam/aba/multimedia/migrated/litigation/soundadvice/mp3/102612_h_gorenberg.authcheckdam.mp3 Fridayday, 26 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT Hayley Gorenberg Upcoming Supreme Court Challenges to Same Sex Couples Listen as Haley Gorenberg outlines upcoming challenges for same-sex couples in the Supreme Court. (05:58 min) 00:05:58 litigator, litigation, trial, aba, lawyers, Hayley Gorenberg, Civil Rights All lawyers have encountered the dreaded discovery bully. Listen as two of Armstrong Teasdale's finest lawyers give advice on dealing with this frustrating situation. (08:39 min) http://www.americanbar.org/content/dam/aba/multimedia/migrated/litigation/soundadvice/mp3/102612_archer_hoekels_discovery_bullies.authcheckdam.mp3 Fridayday, 26 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT Jennifer Hoekels and Joan Archer Ten Tips for Dealing with Discovery Bullies All lawyers have encountered the dreaded discovery bully. Listen as two of Armstrong Teasdale's finest lawyers give advice on dealing with this frustrating situation. (08:39 min) 00:08:38 litigator, litigation, trial, aba, lawyers, Jennifer Hoekels and Joan Archer Pre-Trial Practice In June 2012, amendments were proposed to Rule 45 of the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure. Listen as John Barkett outlines the four major changes that will go into effect in December 2013. (8:37 min) http://www.americanbar.org/content/dam/aba/multimedia/migrated/litigation/soundadvice/mp3/101512-J-barkett-rule-45-final.mp3 Monday, 15 Oct 2012 00:08:37 John Barkett Rule 45 of the Rules of Civil procedure In June 2012, amendments were proposed to Rule 45 of the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure. Listen as John Barkett outlines the four major changes that will go into effect in December 2013. (8:37 min) 00:08:37 litigator, litigation, trial, aba, lawyers, research, meetings, online, John Barkett Shook, Hardy Bacon, Miami, FL Crawford v. Washington overturned more than 30 years of jurisprudence. Listen as Professor Stephen Landsman discusses its impact on both civil and criminal trials. (16:30 min) http://www.americanbar.org/content/dam/aba/multimedia/migrated/litigation/soundadvice/mp3/100812-landsman-2.mp3 Monday, 08 Oct 2012 00:00:00-00:16:30 Stephan Landsman The Impact of Crawford v. Washingtion on Juriprudence. Crawford v. Washington overturned more than 30 years of jurisprudence. Listen as Professor Stephen Landsman discusses its impact on both civil and criminal trials. (16:30 min) 00:16:30 litigator, litigation, trial, aba, lawyers, research, meetings,Professor Stephan Landsman DePaul University College of Law, Chicago, IL Incentive payments for class-action litigants can be tricky to handle. Listen as Mike Downey highlights which practices to employ and which to avoid. (08:28 min) http://www.americanbar.org/content/dam/aba/multimedia/migrated/litigation/soundadvice/mp3/100212_downey_final.mp3 Monday, 02 Oct 2012 00:00:00-GMT Mike Downey Ethical Issues Related to Incentive Payments for Class Representatives Incentive payments for class-action litigants can be tricky to handle. Listen as Mike Downey highlights which practices to employ and which to avoid. (08:28 min) 00:08:28 litigator, litigation, trial, aba, lawyers, research, meetings, Mike Downey Armstrong Teasdale LLP, St. Louis, MO In the case of a product-safety complaint, you need to know what your reporting obligations are. Listen as Josh Johanningmeier guides you through the complex world of consumer-products regulations. (10:15 min) http://www.americanbar.org/content/dam/aba/multimedia/migrated/litigation/soundadvice/mp3/j-johaninmeir-consumer-products.mp3 Monday, 02 Jul 2012 13:00:00 -0000 Josh Johannigmeier The Complex World of Consumer-Products Regulations In the case of a product-safety complaint, you need to know what your reporting obligations are. Listen as Josh Johanningmeier guides you through the complex world of consumer-products regulations. (10:15 min) 00:12:28 litigator, litigation, trial, aba, lawyers, research, meetings, online, Johannigmeier Despite the recent trend toward alternative dispute resolution, jury trials are still the standard for our legal system. Listen as DePaul University Law Professor Stephan Landsman discusses the importance of the ABA’s Guidelines for Juries and Jury Trials. (12:28 min) http://www.americanbar.org/content/dam/aba/multimedia/migrated/litigation/soundadvice/mp3/061112-landman-aba-jury-principals.mp3 Monday, 11 Jun 2012 13:00:00 -0000 Professor Stephan Landsman ABA’s Guidelines for Juries and Jury Trials Despite the recent trend toward alternative dispute resolution, jury trials are still the standard for our legal system. Listen as DePaul University Law Professor Stephan Landsman discusses the importance of the ABA’s Guidelines for Juries and Jury Trials. (12:28 min) 00:12:28 litigator, litigation, trial, aba, lawyers, research, meetings, online, Landsman A seemingly straightforward vehicle-accident case can conceal a more complex product-defect case. Listen as Chris Roberts outlines what evidence to look for to turn a “simple” accident case into a multimillion-dollar verdict. (13:26 min) http://www.americanbar.org/content/dam/aba/multimedia/migrated/litigation/soundadvice/mp3/053012-evidence-chris-roberts.authcheckdam.mp3 Wednesday, 30 May 2012 13:00:00 -0000 Chris Roberts Uncovering Hidden Product Defect Claim A seemingly straightforward vehicle-accident case can conceal a more complex product-defect case. Listen as Chris Roberts outlines what evidence to look for to turn a “simple” accident case into a multimillion-dollar verdict. (13:26 min) 00:11:34 litigator, litigation, trial, aba, lawyers, research, meetings, online, Roberts Discussions about diversity in law firms are far more comMonday now than 25 years ago, but the numbers show that talk needs to become action. Listen as Joe Hanna breaks down the statistics. http://www.americanbar.org/content/dam/aba/multimedia/migrated/litigation/soundadvice/mp3/032912-hanna-law-firm-diversity-partI.mp3 Wednesday, 29 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT Joe Hanna Law Firm Diversity Discussions about diversity in law firms are far more comMonday now than 25 years ago, but the numbers show that talk needs to become action. 00:10:13 litigator, litigation, trial, aba, lawyers, meetings, online, Hanna In today’s technological world, staying current is important to sustaining a successful career. Listen as Angela Elbert discusses the basics of Cyber and Privacy Insurance—the fastest growing area of the insurance industry. (11:34 min) http://www.americanbar.org/content/dam/aba/multimedia/migrated/litigation/soundadvice/mp3/a-elbert-cyber-insurance.mp3 Fridayday, 11 May 2012 13:00:00 -0000 Angela Elbert Cyber and Privacy Insurance In today’s technological world, staying current is important to sustaining a successful career. Listen as Angela Elbert discusses the basics of Cyber and Privacy Insurance—the fastest growing area of the insurance industry. (11:34 min) 00:11:34 litigator, litigation, trial, aba, lawyers, research, meetings, online, Elbert Discussions about diversity in law firms are far more comMonday now than 25 years ago, but the numbers show that talk needs to become action. Listen to part II of this series from Joe Hanna. http://www.americanbar.org/content/dam/aba/multimedia/migrated/litigation/050112-hanna-law-firm-diversity-partII.mp3 Tuesday, 01 May 2012 13:00:00 -0000 Joe Hanna Law Firm Diversity - Part II Discussions about diversity in law firms are far more comMonday now than 25 years ago, but the numbers show that talk needs to become action. Listen to part II of this series from Joe Hanna. 00:09:14 litigator, litigation, trial, aba, lawyers, research, meetings, online, Hanna Many people feel that meetings are a necessary evil. Listen as Nan Joesten gives 10 tips to turn meetings into one of your litigation's most important resources. http://www.americanbar.org/content/dam/aba/multimedia/migrated/litigation/soundadvice/mp3/031512_making_meetings_matter.mp3 Thu, 15 Mar 2012 13:00:00 -0000 Nan Joesten Making Meetings Matter Many people feel that meetings are a necessary evil. Listen as Nan Joesten gives 10 tips to turn meetings into one of your litigation's most important resources. 00:09:48 litigator, litigation, trial, aba, lawyers, research, meetings, online, Joesten Expert witnesses are vital to all litigators. Listen as David Dilenschneider explains how to use the Internet to learn about potential experts—both yours and your opponent’s. http://www.americanbar.org/content/dam/aba/multimedia/migrated/litigation/soundadvice/mp3/022212_dilenschneider_online_research.mp3 Wednesday, 22 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT David V. Dilenschneider Online Resources for researching Expert Witnesses Expert witnesses are vital to all litigators. Listen as David Dilenschneider explains how to use the Internet to learn about potential experts—both yours and your opponent’s. 00:13:01 litigator, litigation, trial, aba, lawyers, research, expert, witnesses, online, Dilenschneider Building a successful career takes more than just being good at your job. Listen as Ari Kaplan discusses steps that will make the process easier and help your career take off. http://www.americanbar.org/content/dam/aba/multimedia/migrated/litigation/soundadvice/mp3/121511-kaplan-whitecollar.mp3 Wednesday, 14 Dec 2011 13:00:00 GMT Ari Kaplan, Esq. How to Become a White Collar Hustler Building a successful career takes more than just being good at your job. Listen as Ari Kaplan discusses steps that will make the process easier and help your career take off. 00:13:34 litigator, litigation, trial, aba, lawyers, white collar, hustler, Ari Kaplan Being a young lawyer is a constant learning process. Listen as Christina Liu offers helpful tips from the trenches for developing your skills and career. http://www.americanbar.org/content/dam/aba/multimedia/migrated/litigation/soundadvice/mp3/120111-Liu-Trenches.mp3 Wednesday, 30 Nov 2011 13:00:00 GMT Christina Liu Tips from the Trenches Being a young lawyer is a constant learning process. Listen as Christina Liu offers helpful tips from the trenches for developing your skills and career. 00:06:32 litigator, litigation, trial, aba, lawyers, young lawyers, tips, trenches There are many tactics to win in court, but one of the simplest and most effective is to just make the judge happy. Listen as Judge Mark DrumMondayd outlines 10 ways to help the judge deliver the victory your client wants. http://www.americanbar.org/content/dam/aba/multimedia/migrated/litigation/soundadvice/mp3/102611-drumMondayd-what-judges-want.mp3 Wednesday, 26 Oct 2011 13:00:00 GMT Judge Mark DrumMondayd What Judges Want There are many tactics to win in court, but one of the simplest and most effective is to just make the judge happy. Listen as Judge Mark DrumMondayd outlines 10 ways to help the judge deliver the victory your client wants. 00:17:59 litigator, litigation, trial, aba, lawyers, young lawyers, judge drumMondayd, what judges want Generally lawyers do not worry about ethical concerns during the appeals process. Listen as ethics expert Larry Fox highlights several scenarios where potential ethical issues could arise. http://www.americanbar.org/content/dam/aba/multimedia/migrated/litigation/soundadvice/mp3/082411-fox-ethical-issues-appeal.mp3 Wednesday, 17 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT Larry Fox Ethical Issues on Appeal Generally lawyers do not worry about ethical concerns during the appeals process. Listen as ethics expert Larry Fox highlights several scenarios where potential ethical issues could arise. 00:08:47 litigator, litigation, trial, aba, lawyers, young lawyers, ethical, appeal, ethical issues Young lawyers in law firms often make the mistake of thinking that they do not have any “clients.” Demetra Liggins explains office management for young lawyers, including how they do indeed have “clients”—just not in the traditional sense. http://www.americanbar.org/content/dam/aba/multimedia/migrated/litigation/soundadvice/mp3/081711-liggins-office-management.mp3 Wednesday, 17 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT Demetra L. Liggins Office Management for Young Lawyers Young lawyers in law firms often make the mistake of thinking that they do not have any “clients.” Demetra Liggins explains office management for young lawyers, including how they do indeed have “clients”—just not in the traditional sense. 00:06:02 litigator, litigation, trial, aba, lawyers, young lawyers, office management Passing the bar examination is a rite of passage for any litigator. Listen as experienced trial lawyer Dale Weppner shares strategies that should help you not only survive the feeling that your entire life comes down to a single test, but also pass that test in the process. http://www.americanbar.org/content/dam/aba/multimedia/migrated/litigation/soundadvice/mp3/081011-weppner-tips-bar.mp3 Wednesday, 10 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT Dale Weppner Tips for Surviving the Bar Exam Passing the bar examination is a rite of passage for any litigator. Listen as experienced trial lawyer Dale Weppner shares strategies that should help you not only survive the feeling that your entire life comes down to a single test, but also pass that test in the process. 00:11:56 litigator, litigation, trial, aba, lawyers, young lawyers, bar exam Are you interested in starting your own firm but are unsure how to proceed? Have no fear—Mike Lynn shares his experience in starting and running his own firm to help guide you through this potentially uncertain time in your career. http://www.americanbar.org/content/dam/aba/multimedia/migrated/litigation/soundadvice/mp3/080211-lynn-mike-start-your-firm.mp3 Tuesday, 02 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT Michael Lynn So You Want to start Your Own Firm? Are you interested in starting your own firm but are unsure how to proceed? Have no fear—Mike Lynn shares his experience in starting and running his own firm to help guide you through this potentially uncertain time in your career. 00:09:00 litigator, litigation, trial, aba, lawyers, young lawyers, switching firms, new firm While knowledge and skill are the best way to build your career and reputation, by following the 5 simple steps outlined here you will be on your way to establishing your practice and increasing your visibility. Listen as Mark Powers, president of Atticus, explains the best ways to market yourself as a young lawyer in today’s fast-paced world. Remember, once you start marketing yourself http://www.americanbar.org/content/dam/aba/multimedia/migrated/litigation/soundadvice/mp3/072611-powers-marketing-young-lawyers.mp3 Tuesday, 26 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT Mark Powers Marketing for Young Lawyers While knowledge and skill are the best way to build your career and reputation, by following the 5 simple steps outlined here you will be on your way to establishing your practice and increasing your visibility. Listen as Mark Powers, president of Atticus, explains the best ways to market yourself as a young lawyer in today’s fast-paced world. Remember, once you start marketing yourself 00:08:07 litigator, litigation, trial, aba, lawyers, young lawyers, switching firms Thinking about switching firms? Be aware that your ethical obligations may kick in even before your first interview. Listen as Larry Fox, Yale Law School’s Crawford Lecturer at Law in Ethics, and a partner at Philadelphia’s Drinker, Biddle and Reath, LLP, guides you through the jurisdictional variations in the Rules of Professional Conduct, including Rules 1.4, 1.6, 1.7 and 1.10, that apply in this difficult situation. http://www.americanbar.org/content/dam/aba/multimedia/migrated/litigation/soundadvice/mp3/071111-fox-so-you-want-to-switch.mp3 Tuesday, 05 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT Lawrence J. Fox Thinking about switching firms? Be aware that your ethical obligations may kick in even before your first interview. Listen as Larry Fox, Yale Law School’s Crawford Lecturer at Law in Ethics, and a partner at Philadelphia’s Drinker, Biddle and Reath, LLP, guides you through the jurisdictional variations in the applicable rules of professional conduct that apply in this difficult situation. 00:08:16 litigator, litigation, trial, aba, lawyers, young lawyers, switching firms If you apply these valuable tips for your legal career from seasoned lawyer Don Bivens; you may see the rain begin to fall! http://www.americanbar.org/content/dam/aba/multimedia/migrated/litigation/soundadvice/mp3/070511-bivens-young-lawyers.mp3 Tuesday, 05 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT Don Bivens Rainmaking for Young Lawyers If you apply these valuable tips for your legal career from seasoned lawyer Don Bivens; you may see the rain begin to fall! 00:17:36 litigator, litigation, trial, aba, lawyers, young lawyers Practicing law for 25 years has given this lawyer the experience necessary to advise young lawyers on what they should and should not be doing as they embark on their legal careers. http://www.americanbar.org/content/dam/aba/multimedia/migrated/litigation/soundadvice/mp3/060211-collins-advice-young-lawyers.mp3 Thu, 02 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT Betsy Collins Advice for Young Lawyers Practicing law for 25 years has given this lawyer the experience necessary to advise young lawyers on what they should and should not be doing as they embark on their legal careers. 00:08:17 litigator, litigation, trial, aba, lawyers, young lawyers Learn how to get your case into the court of appeals before final judgment as the multiple categories of appellate jurisdiction are explained. http://www.americanbar.org/content/dam/aba/multimedia/migrated/litigation/soundadvice/mp3/051011-pollis-appellate-jurisdiction.mp3 Tuesday, 10 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT Andrew Pollis Appellate Jurisdiction Learn how to get your case into the court of appeals before final judgment as the multiple categories of appellate jurisdiction are explained. 00:11:27 litigator, litigation, trial, aba, lawyers Volunteer lawyers say again and again that representing a client on death row was the highlight of their careers. No matter how you feel about the death penalty, fair trials, good lawyers and justice cannot be dismissed. http://www.americanbar.org/content/dam/aba/multimedia/migrated/litigation/soundadvice/mp3/042011-mahor-death-penalty.mp3 Wednesday, 20 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT Robin Maher Volunteer lawyers say again and again that representing a client on death row was the highlight of their careers. Volunteer lawyers say again and again that representing a client on death row was the highlight of their careers. No matter how you feel about the death penalty, fair trials, good lawyers and justice cannot be dismissed. 00:09:13 litigator, litigation, trial, aba, lawyers, Robin Maher, death penalty Referring a client with a matter you are not competent to handle may entitle you to a shared referral fee, but be aware of your jurisdiction's requirements before counting on that fee! Listen carefully as Larry Fox, Crawford Lecturer in Ethics Law at The Yale Law School, and partner at Philadelphia’s Drinker, Biddle amp; Reath, LLP, discusses Professional Rules of Conduct 1.1 and 1.5 and the jurisdictional variations requiring disclosure to the client and involvement of the referring lawyer before a fee may be accepted. http://www.americanbar.org/content/dam/aba/multimedia/migrated/litigation/soundadvice/mp3/032411-fox-fee-sharing.mp3 Thu, 24 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT Lawrence J. Fox Fee Sharing AMondayg Law Firms: The Ethics of Referral Fees Referring a client with a matter you are not competent to handle may entitle you to a shared referral fee, but be aware of your jurisdiction’s requirements before counting on that fee! 00:08:15 litigator, litigation, trial, aba, lawyers, Lawrence Fox, referral fees, ethics Increase the likelihood of a positive outcome to your next arbitration by listening to former Chair of the ABA Section of Litigation, Louise LaMothe, a practicing arbitrator and mediator in Santa Barbara, California, as she highlights key differences between litigation and arbitration. http://www.americanbar.org/content/dam/aba/multimedia/migrated/litigation/soundadvice/mp3/031411-lamothe-arbitration-trial.authcheckdam.mp3 Monday, 14 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT Louise A. LaMothe Improve the Outcome of Your Next Arbitration Increase the likelihood of a positive outcome to your next arbitration by listening to former Chair of the ABA Section of Litigation, Louise LaMothe, a practicing arbitrator and mediator in Santa Barbara, California, as she highlights key differences between litigation and arbitration. 00:07:36 litigator, litigation, trial, aba, lawyers, Louise LaMothe, arbitration Listen to Judge Jeffrey Cole, U.S. District Court Judge for the Northern District of Illinois as he gives tips on how to make it easier for a judge to rule in your favor by following these comMonday sense rules. http://www.americanbar.org/content/dam/aba/multimedia/migrated/litigation/soundadvice/mp3/010711-cole-judge-rule-part-2.mp3 Fridayday, 07 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT Judge Jeffrey Cole Listen to Judge Jeffrey Cole, U.S. District Court Judge for the Northern District of Illinois as he gives tips on how to make it easier for a judge to rule in your favor by following these comMonday sense rules. Listen to Judge Jeffrey Cole, U.S. District Court Judge for the Northern District of Illinois as he gives tips on how to make it easier for a judge to rule in your favor by following these comMonday sense rules. 00:13:34 litigator, litigation, trial, aba, lawyers, Jeffery Cole, Judge, judge rule Listen to Judge Jeffrey Cole, U.S. District Court Judge for the northern District of Illinois as he gives tips on how to make it easier for a judge to rule in your favor by following these comMonday sense rules. http://www.americanbar.org/content/dam/aba/multimedia/migrated/litigation/soundadvice/mp3/121710-cole-judge-rule.mp3 Fridayday, 17 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT Judge Jeffrey Cole Listen to Judge Jeffrey Cole, U.S. District Court Judge for the northern District of Illinois as he gives tips on how to make it easier for a judge to rule in your favor by following these comMonday sense rules. Listen to Judge Jeffrey Cole, U.S. District Court Judge for the northern District of Illinois as he gives tips on how to make it easier for a judge to rule in your favor by following these comMonday sense rules. 00:14:50 litigator, litigation, trial, aba, lawyers, Jeffery Cole, Judge, judge rule Listen as New York attorney Greg Joseph, former Chair of the Section of Litigation, and expert in Federal Practice, discusses the dramatic amendments to Rule 26 of the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure going into effect on December 1, 2010, which confer greater protection from discovery on many types of expert witness communications and reports. http://www.americanbar.org/content/dam/aba/multimedia/migrated/litigation/soundadvice/mp3/120110-joseph-expert-witness-rules.mp3 Wednesday, 01 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT Greg Joseph Listen as New York attorney Greg Joseph discusses the dramatic amendments to Rule 26 of the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure. Listen as New York attorney Greg Joseph, former Chair of the Section of Litigation, and expert in Federal Practice, discusses the dramatic amendments to Rule 26 of the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure going into effect on December 1, 2010, which confer greater protection from discovery on many types of expert witness communications and reports. 00:10:57 litigator, litigation, trial, aba, lawyers, Greg Joseph, federal practice, expert witness, rules The use of involuntary "screens" by law firms to avoid the imputation of conflict of interests from a transferring lawyer is currently a matter of debate in state courts. Listen as Larry Fox, Ethics Lecturer at The Yale Law School and Partner at Drinker Biddle amp; Reath, LLP, Philadelphia, surveys the landscape of permissible voluntary and involuntary “screens” under Model Rules of Professional Conduct 1.10, 1.11 and 1.12, and suggests eight important ways to insure that involuntary "screens" are most effective. http://www.americanbar.org/content/dam/aba/multimedia/migrated/litigation/soundadvice/mp3/111210-fox-ethics-operations-imputations.mp3 Fridayday, 12 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT Lawrence J. Fox The use of involuntary "screens" by law firms to avoid the imputation of conflict of interests from a transferring lawyer is currently a matter of debate in state courts. The use of involuntary "screens" by law firms to avoid the imputation of conflict of interests from a transferring lawyer is currently a matter of debate in state courts. Listen as Larry Fox, Ethics Lecturer at The Yale Law School and Partner at Drinker Biddle Reath, LLP, Philadelphia, surveys the landscape of permissible voluntary and involuntary "screens" under Model Rules of Professional Conduct 1.10, 1.11 and 1.12, and suggests eight important ways to insure that involuntary "screens" are most effective. 00:12:44 litigator, litigation, trial, aba, lawyers, imputations, legal ethics, involuntary screens Want to be a leader in the profession? Listen to New Jersey Administrative Law Judge Tiffany Williams’ 10 quick tips for avoiding “lameness, sameness and tameness” in your professional life, and you will be well on your way to creating your legacy and bettering our world. http://www.americanbar.org/content/dam/aba/multimedia/migrated/litigation/soundadvice/mp3/110510-williams-leaders-lawyers-professional.mp3 Fridayday, 05 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT Judge Tiffany Williams Listen to New Jersey Administrative Law Judge Tiffany Williams’ 10 quick tips for avoiding “lameness, sameness and tameness” in your professional life.Want to be a leader in the profession? Listen to New Jersey Administrative Law Judge Tiffany Williams’ 10 quick tips for avoiding “lameness, sameness and tameness” in your professional life, and you will be well on your way to creating your legacy and bettering our world. 00:10:42 litigator, litigation, trial, aba, Judge Tiffany Williams, professional life, leadership, lawyers Listen as David Tsai, associate at Townsend and Townsend and Crew of San Francisco and Co-Chair of the ABA Section of Litigation’s LGBT Committee shares 10 specific ideas for fostering an environment in your law firm that welcomes and promotes diversity. http://www.americanbar.org/content/dam/aba/multimedia/migrated/litigation/soundadvice/mp3/102710-david-tsai-diversity.mp3 Tuesday, 19 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT David Tsai Listen as David Tsai, associate at Townsend and Townsend and Crew of San Francisco and Co-Chair of the ABA Section of Litigation’s LGBT Committee shares 10 specific ideas for fostering an environment in your law firm that welcomes and promotes diversity.Listen as David Tsai, associate at Townsend and Townsend and Crew of San Francisco and Co-Chair of the ABA Section of Litigation’s LGBT Committee shares 10 specific ideas for fostering an environment in your law firm that welcomes and promotes diversity. 00:07:59 litigator, litigation, trial, aba, diversity, lgbt Facing a difficult and unprofessional adversary? Don’t lose your cool! Listen as Paulette Brown, partner at Edwards Angell Palmer amp; Dodge LLP in Madison, New Jersey, and seasoned employment and labor law attorney gives practical advice for how to remain in control and professional when those around you are not! http://www.americanbar.org/content/dam/aba/multimedia/migrated/litigation/soundadvice/mp3/01910-brown-professional.mp3 Tuesday, 19 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT Paulette Brown Facing a difficult and unprofessional adversary? Don’t lose your cool! Facing a difficult and unprofessional adversary? Don’t lose your cool! Listen as Paulette Brown, partner at Edwards Angell Palmer amp; Dodge LLP in Madison, New Jersey, and seasoned employment and labor law attorney gives practical advice for how to remain in control and professional when those around you are not! 00:05:03 litigator, litigation, trial, aba, professional conduct, Paulette Brown Has your client asked you to outsource some aspect of work on the newest case? Wondering what Rules 5.1, 5.2 and 5.3 of the Model Rules of Professional Conduct require of a lawyer contemplating and supervising an outsourcing relationship? Listen as Lawrence J. Fox , Ethics Lecturer at Yale Law School and Partner at Philadelphia's Drinker, Biddle amp; Reath, LLP, shares his timely advice in navigating between appropriate delegation and supervision in the brave new world of outsourcing.  http://www.americanbar.org/content/dam/aba/multimedia/migrated/litigation/soundadvice/mp3/101310-fox-ethics-outsourcing.mp3 Thu, 14 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT Lawrence J. Fox Has your client asked you to outsource some aspect of work on the newest case?Has your client asked you to outsource some aspect of work on the newest case? Wondering what Rules 5.1, 5.2 and 5.3 of the Model Rules of Professional Conduct require of a lawyer contemplating and supervising an outsourcing relationship? Listen as Lawrence J. Fox , Ethics Lecturer at Yale Law School and Partner at Philadelphia's Drinker, Biddle amp; Reath, LLP, shares his timely advice in navigating between appropriate delegation and supervision in the brave new world of outsourcing.  00:09:19 litigator, litigation, trial, aba, outsourcing, outsource, professional conduct, Lawrence J. Fox, ethics Mentoring Circles for Women can be easier and more rewarding than one on one mentoring for professional development. Hear Former Chair of the Section of Litigation, Louise LaMothe, currently a practicing arbitrator and a mediator in Santa Barbara, California, describe six years of working with Mentoring Circles: who should join, how the Circles should be conducted, and what the benefits are for both young and experienced lawyers alike. http://www.americanbar.org/content/dam/aba/multimedia/migrated/litigation/soundadvice/mp3/100610-lamothe-mentoring-circles.mp3 Wednesday, 06 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT Louise A. LaMothe Mentoring Circles for Women can be easier and more rewarding than one on one mentoring for professional development. Mentoring Circles for Women can be easier and more rewarding than one on one mentoring for professional development. Hear Former Chair of the Section of Litigation, Louise LaMothe, currently a practicing arbitrator and a mediator in Santa Barbara, California, describe six years of working with Mentoring Circles: who should join, how the Circles should be conducted, and what the benefits are for both young and experienced lawyers alike. 00:06:35 litigator, litigation, trial, impeachment, aba, mentoring circles, woman litigator, woman lawyer, Listen to Penny White, Director of the Center for the Advocacy amp; Dispute Resolution at the University of Tennessee College of Law, as she covers the topic of impeachment and the very careful strategic planning it requires along with the knowledge of substantive and procedural rules. Penny also focuses on the important questions that need to be asked about whether or not to impeach, and if the decision is made to impeach, how to go about with the process. http://www.americanbar.org/content/dam/aba/multimedia/migrated/litigation/soundadvice/mp3/092110-white-impeachment.mp3 Tuesday, 21 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT Penny White Listen to Penny White, Director of the Center for the Advocacy Dispute Resolution at the University of Tennessee College of Law, as she covers the topic of impeachment.Listen to Penny White, Director of the Center for the Advocacy amp; Dispute Resolution at the University of Tennessee College of Law, as she covers the topic of impeachment and the very careful strategic planning it requires along with the knowledge of substantive and procedural rules. Penny also focuses on the important questions that need to be asked about whether or not to impeach, and if the decision is made to impeach, how to go about with the process. 00:07:59 litigator, litigation, trial, impeachment, aba, substantive rules, procedural rules Listen to Greenberg Traurig Shareholder, RayMondayd B. Kim as he guides the listener through the art of jury persuasion in our diverse and fast-paced world. Always present a compelling story to jurors that includes visual aids. Be sure to pay close attention to each juror and his or her uniqueness. Lead jurors to your conclusion using clear language without wasting jurors’ valuable time. http://www.americanbar.org/content/dam/aba/multimedia/migrated/litigation/soundadvice/mp3/090110-kim-jury-persuasion.mp3 Thu, 02 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT RayMondayd B. Kim Listen to Greenberg Traurig Shareholder, RayMondayd B. Kim as he guides the listener through the art of jury persuasion in our diverse and fast-paced world. Listen to Greenberg Traurig Shareholder, RayMondayd B. Kim as he guides the listener through the art of jury persuasion in our diverse and fast-past world. Always present a compelling story to jurors that includes visual aids. Be sure to pay close attention to each juror and his or her uniqueness. Lead jurors to your conclusion using clear language without wasting jurors’ valuable time. 00:08:40 litigator, litigation, trial, jury persuasion, jury, juror Listen as Paul McDonald, in-house counsel at Kraft Foods, Northfield, Illinois, and a leader in the ABA Section of Litigation, describe how younger attorneys can take advantage of opportunities within their own firms for client development, by becoming familiar with the firm's clients and their businesses, connecting with the firm’s business development professionals, and taking advantage of professional development opportunities that coincide with the firm's business plans. http://www.americanbar.org/content/dam/aba/multimedia/migrated/litigation/soundadvice/mp3/082510-mcdonald-networking.mp3 Tuesday, 24 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT Royce R. Remington Rain-Making for Younger Attorneys: Don't Forget Opportunities in Your Own FirmListen as Paul McDonald, in-house counsel at Kraft Foods, Northfield, Illinois, and a leader in the ABA Section of Litigation, describe how younger attorneys can take advantage of opportunities within their own firms for client development, by becoming familiar with the firm's clients and their businesses, connecting with the firm’s business development professionals, and taking advantage of professional development opportunities that coincide with the firm's business plans. 00:11:01 litigator, litigation, trial, in-house counsel, client development Bound to arbitrate? Before you begin, listen to Rob Remington, 22 year veteran of numerous arbitrations and mediations, and a partner at the Cleveland firm of Hahn Loeser and Parks, LLP, review the risks and benefits of sole vs. panel arbitrations, the value of expanded arbitrator discovery, and the strict rules for arbitration appeals. http://www.americanbar.org/content/dam/aba/multimedia/migrated/litigation/soundadvice/mp3/081810-remington-arbitration-panels.mp3 Wednesday, 18 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT Royce R. Remington Arbitration Panels: Choose Wisely! Bound to arbitrate? Before you begin, listen to Rob Remington, 22 year veteran of numerous arbitrations and mediations, and a partner at the Cleveland firm of Hahn Loeser and Parks, LLP, review the risks and benefits of sole vs. panel arbitrations, the value of expanded arbitrator discovery, and the strict rules for arbitration appeals. 00:13:31 litigator, litigation, trial, arbitration, Royce Remington, arbitrator discovery Learn how the Honorable Barbara Lynn, U.S. District Court for the Northern District, Dallas, developed business during her 23 years as a trial lawyer, and had fun doing it. Judge Lynn offers special tips for women lawyers, but all can appreciate her smart, practical advice: take clients to events you enjoy yourself, and then: don’t be shy about actually asking for the business! http://www.americanbar.org/content/dam/aba/multimedia/migrated/litigation/soundadvice/mp3/081110-lynn-business-development.mp3 Wednesday, 11 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT The Honorable Barbara Lynn Business Development: An Opportunity Learn how the Honorable Barbara Lynn, U.S. District Court for the Northern District, Dallas, developed business during her 23 years as a trial lawyer, and had fun doing it. Judge Lynn offers special tips for women lawyers, but all can appreciate her smart, practical advice: take clients to events you enjoy yourself, and then: don’t be shy about actually asking for the business! 00:09:01 litigator, litigation, trial, writing, judges, business development, business Listen to District Court Judge of the Southern District of Texas and former practicing lawyer, Lee H. Rosenthal talk about the importance of using clear, concise, declarative language for lawyers when writing for judges, especially when writing a summary judgment motion. http://www.americanbar.org/content/dam/aba/multimedia/migrated/litigation/soundadvice/mp3/072110-rosenthal-writting-for-judges.mp3 Thu, 05 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT The Honorable Lee H. Rosenthal Writing for Judges Listen to District Court Judge of the Southern District of Texas and former practicing lawyer, Lee H. Rosenthal talk about the importance of using clear, concise, declarative language for lawyers when writing for judges, especially when writing a summary judgment motion. 00:08:16 litigator, litigation, trial, writing, judges Tempted to conduct informal discovery outside of the usual depositions and interrogatories? Such informal discovery can be inexpensive and fruitful, but listen as Larry Fox, Crawford Lecturer of Law and Ethics at Yale Law School and partner at the Philadelphia firm of Drinker Biddle amp; Reath, reviews the significant restrictions that Rule 4.2 of the Rules of Professional Responsibility places on the conscientious investigating lawyer, including situations involving former employees, corporate entity control groups, and privileged information. http://www.americanbar.org/content/dam/aba/multimedia/migrated/litigation/soundadvice/mp3/071410-fox-informal-discovery.mp3 Wednesday, 14 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT Lawrence J. Fox Conducting Informal Discovery under Rule of Professional Responsibility 4.2 Tempted to conduct informal discovery outside of the usual depositions and interrogatories? Such informal discovery can be inexpensive and fruitful, but listen as Larry Fox, Crawford Lecturer of Law and Ethics at Yale Law School and partner at the Philadelphia firm of Drinker Biddle amp; Reath, reviews the significant restrictions that Rule 4.2 of the Rules of Professional Responsibility places on the conscientious investigating lawyer, including situations involving former employees, corporate entity control groups, and privileged information. 00:08:37 litigator, litigation, trial, councel, discovery, rule of prefessional responsibility 4.2, Lawrence J. Fox Listen as United States District Judge John Koeltl of the Southern District of New York makes the case for civility aMondayg lawyers, both before and during trial, as a way of not only making the practice of law more satisfying for lawyers, but also less costly for clients, and more focused for judges and juries. Judge Koeltl, a member of the Judicial Conference Committee on Rules of Practice and Procedure, and a former partner in the New York firm of Debevoise amp; Plimpton, applies rules of civility to pre-trial behavior, written motions and briefs, as well as trial tactics, to drive home his plea for the development of a new culture of civility in our American courts. http://www.americanbar.org/content/dam/aba/multimedia/migrated/litigation/soundadvice/mp3/070710-koeltl-civility.mp3 Wednesday, 07 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT The Honorable John G. Koeltl Creating a New Culture of Civility in the Courtroom Listen as United States District Judge John Koeltl of the Southern District of New York makes the case for civility aMondayg lawyers, both before and during trial, as a way of not only making the practice of law more satisfying for lawyers, but also less costly for clients, and more focused for judges and juries. Judge Koeltl, a member of the Judicial Conference Committee on Rules of Practice and Procedure, and a former partner in the New York firm of Debevoise amp; Plimpton, applies rules of civility to pre-trial behavior, written motions and briefs, as well as trial tactics, to drive home his plea for the development of a new culture of civility in our American courts. 00:17:05 litigator, litigation, trial, councel, civility, courtroom, Judge John Koeltl As more and more cases go to mediation, your client's success depends on your ability to perform in a setting that is distinctly different from the courtroom. Listen to Lorna Schofield, Chair of the ABA Section of Litigation, who has both served as a Mediator in the Southern District of New York, and who has represented clients in mediation, as she advises on whether and how to give an opening statement in the mediation of a matter. Chair Schofield addresses the differences between opening statements at trial and in mediation settings, emphasizing how to make the most of the mediation opportunity. http://www.americanbar.org/content/dam/aba/multimedia/migrated/litigation/soundadvice/mp3/062310-schofield-openings-mediation.mp3 Wednesday, 30 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT Lorna Schofield As more cases go to mediation, your client's success depends on your ability to perform in a setting that is distinctly different from the courtroom. As more and more cases go to mediation, your client's success depends on your ability to perform in a setting that is distinctly different from the courtroom. Listen to Lorna Schofield, Chair of the ABA Section of Litigation, who has both served as a Mediator in the Southern District of New York, and who has represented clients in mediation, as she advises on whether and how to give an opening statement in the mediation of a matter. Chair Schofield addresses the differences between opening statements at trial and in mediation settings, emphasizing how to make the most of the mediation opportunity. 00:10:34 litigator, litigation, trial, councel, mediation, opening statements Hear New York attorney Greg Joseph, an expert in Federal Practice, analyze five decisions issued in 2010 by the United States Supreme Court concerning Federal Practice, including issues regarding: arbitration clauses: Rent-a-Center West, Inc. v. Jackson and Stolt-Nielsen, S.A. v. Animal Feeds Int'l Corp.; statutes of limitations: Merck amp; Co. v. Reynolds; Federal Rule of Civil Procedure 15c(1)C)(ii)'s relation back doctrine: Krupski v. Costa Croiere, S.p.A.; and the determination of corporate citizenship for purposes of establishing federal diversity jurisdiction: Hertz Corp. v. Fridaydayend. http://www.americanbar.org/content/dam/aba/multimedia/migrated/litigation/soundadvice/mp3/062410-joseph-five-supreme-decisions-2010.mp3 Thu, 24 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT Greg Joseph Hear New York attorney Greg Joseph, an expert in Federal Practice, analyze five decisions issued in 2010 by the United States Supreme Court concerning Federal Practice. Hear New York attorney Greg Joseph, an expert in Federal Practice, analyze five decisions issued in 2010 by the United States Supreme Court concerning Federal Practice, including issues regarding: arbitration clauses: Rent-a-Center West, Inc. v. Jackson and Stolt-Nielsen, S.A. v. Animal Feeds Int'l Corp.; statutes of limitations: Merck amp; Co. v. Reynolds; Federal Rule of Civil Procedure 15c(1)C)(ii)'s relation back doctrine: Krupski v. Costa Croiere, S.p.A.; and the determination of corporate citizenship for purposes of establishing federal diversity jurisdiction: Hertz Corp. v. Fridaydayend. 00:10:34 litigator, litigation, trial, councel, federal practice, greg joseph, supreme court Think what happens in law school stays in law school? Think again! Hear Rachel Dawson, experienced law school career counselor, and current Associate Director at the ABA Section of Litigation, give her savvy advice on how to establish your professional demeanor and work ethic from the first moment you set foot into those halloWednesday law school halls. http://www.americanbar.org/content/dam/aba/multimedia/migrated/litigation/soundadvice/mp3/060910-dawson-professionalism-law-students.mp3 Tuesday, 15 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT Rachel Dawson Think what happens in law school stays in law school? Think again! Hear Rachel Dawson, experienced law school career counselor, give her savvy advice on how to establish your professional demeanor. Think what happens in law school stays in law school? Think again! Hear Rachel Dawson, experienced law school career counselor, and current Associate Director at the ABA Section of Litigation, give her savvy advice on how to establish your professional demeanor and work ethic from the first moment you set foot into those halloWednesday law school halls. 00:11:37 litigator, litigation, trial, councel, law students Wondering who should be your client’s chosen representative at your next Federal Rule of Civil Procedure 30(b)6 deposition? Considering choosing more than one representative? Concerned about the scope of the deposition notice? Listen as Sutherland partner, Allegra Lawrence-Hardy guides you through the pertinent case law governing your ability to make your next 30(b)6 deposition a powerful weapon for case settlement or trial success.  http://www.americanbar.org/content/dam/aba/multimedia/migrated/litigation/soundadvice/mp3/060210-30b6-depositions.mp3 Thu, 03 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT Allegra Lawrence-Hardy Listen as Sutherland partner, Allegra Lawrence-Hardy guides you through the pertinent case law governing your ability to make your next 30(b)6 deposition. Wondering who should be your client’s chosen representative at your next Federal Rule of Civil Procedure 30(b)6 deposition? Considering choosing more than one representative? Concerned about the scope of the deposition notice? Listen as Sutherland partner, Allegra Lawrence-Hardy guides you through the pertinent case law governing your ability to make your next 30(b)6 deposition a powerful weapon for case settlement or trial success.  00:08:12 litigator, litigation, trial, councel, 30(b)6 deposition, deposition Listen to Ronald Jay Cohen, former Chair of the ABA Section of Litigation and founding partner of the Phoenix law firm of Cohen Kennedy Dowd amp; Quigley as he highlights the ten keys that will lay the foundation for a successful deposition. http://www.americanbar.org/content/dam/aba/multimedia/migrated/litigation/soundadvice/mp3/0052510-cohen-winning-depos.mp3 Wednesday, 26 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT Ronald Jay Cohen Listen to Ronald Jay Cohen, former Chair of the ABA Section of Litigation and founding partner of the Phoenix law firm of Cohen Kennedy Dowd amp; Quigley as he highlights the ten keys that will lay the foundation for a successful deposition.  Listen to Ronald Jay Cohen, former Chair of the ABA Section of Litigation and founding partner of the Phoenix law firm of Cohen Kennedy Dowd amp; Quigley as he highlights the ten keys that will lay the foundation for a successful deposition.  00:24:20 litigator, litigation, trial, councel, outside councel, deposition Hear Dean JoAnne Epps talk about direct examination and the importance of having a purpose, considering your audience and connecting to the proof.  http://www.americanbar.org/content/dam/aba/multimedia/migrated/litigation/soundadvice/mp3/051910-epps-direct-examination.mp3 Thursday, 20 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT Dean JoAnne Epps Hear Dean JoAnne Epps talk about direct examination and the importance of having a purpose, considering your audience and connecting to the proof.  Hear Dean JoAnne Epps talk about direct examination and the importance of having a purpose, considering your audience and connecting to the proof.  00:07:36 litigator, litigation, trial, councel, outside councel, direct examination Concerned about how to maintain client confidences and protect attorney-client privilege when the party paying the bill is not the client, and may be trying to direct the litigation for the client? Hear Ethics Professor and Drinker Biddle Partner Larry Fox’s advice on how to navigate these difficult waters, using Model Rules of Professional Responsibility 1.8(f) and 5.4 as your guides. http://www.americanbar.org/content/dam/aba/multimedia/migrated/litigation/soundadvice/mp3/051210-fox-professional-independence.mp3 Wednesday, 12 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT Lawrence J. Fox Hear Ethics Professor and Drinker Biddle Partner Larry Fox’s advice on how to navigate these difficult waters, using Model Rules of Professional Responsibility 1.8(f) and 5.4 as your guides. Concerned about how to maintain client confidences and protect attorney-client privilege when the party paying the bill is not the client, and may be trying to direct the litigation for the client? Hear Ethics Professor and Drinker Biddle Partner Larry Fox’s advice on how to navigate these difficult waters, using Model Rules of Professional Responsibility 1.8(f) and 5.4 as your guides. 00:09:40 litigator, litigation, trial, councel, outside councel Listen as New York attorney Beth Kaufman, a partner at Schoeman Updike amp; Kaufman LLP, shares her secrets on how to insure that your expert witness is a true asset to your case. Learn the value of experts with real experience, the questions to ask in the initial interview, and how to assess an expert’s ability to produce written materials, as well as useful testimony. http://www.americanbar.org/content/dam/aba/multimedia/migrated/litigation/soundadvice/mp3/050510-kauffman-identify-expert-witness.mp3 Thursday, 06 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT Beth Kaufman Listen as New York attorney Beth Kaufman, a partner at Schoeman Updike amp; Kaufman LLP, shares her secrets on how to insure that your expert witness is a true asset to your case.  Listen as New York attorney Beth Kaufman, a partner at Schoeman Updike amp; Kaufman LLP, shares her secrets on how to insure that your expert witness is a true asset to your case. Learn the value of experts with real experience, the questions to ask in the initial interview, and how to assess an expert’s ability to produce written materials, as well as useful . 00:07:21 litigator, litigation, trial, councel, outside councel Hear experienced Washington, D.C. attorney Bill Garcia give you the 12 rules that could take you from being the “hired gun” to your client’s trusted advisor. Learn how in-house counsel thinks, how your bills can be your best marketing tool, how “bad news does not get better with age,” and many other key tips to building strong and lasting inside/outside counsel relationships. http://www.americanbar.org/content/dam/aba/multimedia/migrated/litigation/soundadvice/mp3/042810-garcia-relationship-inside-outside-counsel.mp3 Thursday, 06 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT William Garcia Tips for Becoming the Trusted Outside Counsel Hear experienced Washington, D.C. attorney Bill Garcia give you the 12 rules that could take you from being the “hired gun” to your client’s trusted advisor. Learn how in-house counsel thinks, how your bills can be your best marketing tool, how “bad news does not get better with age,” and many other key tips to building strong and lasting inside/outside counsel relationships. 00:07:21 litigator, litigation, trial, councel, outside councel