Litigation Podcast: Tips & Tactics For The Practicing Trial Lawyer

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The Litigation Podcast delivers practical tips and tactics for all phases of trial – from pretrial case development to appellate argument. Brought to you by the Section of Litigation, the largest specialty section of the American Bar Association. More information is available at www.abanet.org/litigation/. (Author: ABA Section of Litigation)
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Recent episodes from Litigation Podcast: Tips & Tactics For The Practicing Trial Lawyer

  • 13 Ways To Be A Better Lawyer
    Published: Jul 21, 08
    "Litigation is an art, not a science," says Steven Weiss in the latest episode of the ABA Section of Litigation podcast. Listen and learn several lessons to help you become an artist rather than a mere technician.
     
  • Aristotle's Methods For Outstanding Oral Arguments (part 2 Of 2)
    Published: Jun 12, 08
    Part 2 of this episode sets forth a number of approaches, strategies, and tips for presenting outstanding and compelling oral arguments to trial and appellate judges, arbitrators and mediators.
     
  • Aristotle's Methods For Outstanding Oral Arguments (part 1 Of 2)
    Published: May 29, 08
    Delivering oral argument can sometimes appear to be a daunting task. An advocate may experience pangs of self-doubt. He or she may wonder: What if the Judge doesn't like me? What if the Judge thinks my case is terrible? What if the Judge falls asleep during my argument? Such concerns are natural.
     
  • The Secrets Of Superstar Associates (part 2 Of 2)
    Published: Apr 24, 08
    How do young attorneys go from just another associate to a superstar associate? Listen to the second part of this podcast episode to unlock the secrets.
     
  • The Secrets Of Superstar Associates (part 1 Of 2)
    Published: Apr 3, 08
    How do young attorneys go from just another associate to a superstar associate? Listen to the latest podcast episode to unlock the secrets.
     
  • A Few Do's And Dont's Of Oral Argument
    Published: Feb 6, 08
    The ability to present outstanding oral arguments is vital to your success as a litigator. Learn the do’s and dont’s of effective oral arguments.
     
  • A Few Do's And Don'ts Of Oral Argument
    Published: Feb 6, 08
    The ability to present outstanding oral arguments is vital to your success as a litigator. Learn the do’s and dont’s of effective oral arguments.
     
  • A Secretary Speaks (part 1 Of 2)
    Published: Nov 15, 07
    If you want to make your legal career go smoothly, make your assistant an integral part of your legal practice. A good assistant can be an invaluable tool, freeing up your time to actually practice law.
     
  • A Secretary Speaks (part 2 Of 2)
    Published: Nov 15, 07
    Don't take "no" or "I don't know" as an answer from your assistant. Learning new things isn't optional; it's an important part of your secretary's job.
     
  • A List Of The Things That I Wished I Was Told
    Published: Nov 1, 07
    Consider these twelve important tips before delivering your next oral argument, from treating your argument as a conversation instead of a debate, to getting extrarecord evidence and dealing with direct questions.
     
  • A List Of The Things That I Wish I Was Told
    Published: Nov 1, 07
    Consider these 12 important tips before delivering your next oral argument, from treating your argument as a conversation instead of a debate, to getting extra-record evidence and dealing with direct questions.
     
  • The Care And Feeding Of Inside Counsel (part 2 Of 2)
    Published: Oct 18, 07
    Our exploration on how to work towards a beneficial relationship between inside and outside counsel continues with a closer look at employee relations, teamwork, and being responsive to your client. Learn the ropes on what will give you the competitive advantage.
     
  • The Care And Feeding Of Inside Counsel (part 1 Of 2)
    Published: Oct 4, 07
    Listen and learn what inside lawyers are looking for in the performance of outside teams they hire, and how to be a lead lawyer on a team that gets called back. Taking steps such as being sensitive to your client's needs, pursuing cost-control opportunities, and always doing your homework will ensure your success.
     
  • The Care And Feeding Of Inside Counsel, Part 1
    Published: Oct 4, 07
    Listen and learn what inside lawyers are looking for in the performance of outside teams they hire, and how to be a lead lawyer on a team that gets called back. Taking steps such as being sensitive to your client's needs, pursuing cost-control opportunities, and always doing your homework will ensure your success.
     
  • Getting The Most From Adverse Witnesses
    Published: Sep 20, 07
    Using tactics such as establishing precedent, closing escape routes, exploiting dilemmas and defusing trick answers can be integral to dealing with an adverse witness and coming out on top.