In my last post, I attempted to describe what has come to be known as the Reptile technique of discovery and trial presentation, as advocated in the book, Reptile: the 2009 Manual of the Plaintiff’s…
Read ArticleFor many, the words “lawyer” and “reptile” are probably synonymous. Since 2009, however, some lawyers have sought to transform the courtroom into a reptilian battleground. That year, attorney Don Keenan and jury consultant David Ball…
Read ArticleOne of the first things a business development coach will tell you is to identify people whom you believe can help you in your quest to build a practice. If you’re like me, this…
Read ArticleThe ABA Journal reported on Friday that a Pennsylvania judge held a lawyer in contempt and increased the bond for his client when they were late for a jury trial. “We were all here…
Read ArticleEvery lawyer whose practice includes mediating civil cases is bound at some point to come face to face with the concept of a “mediator’s Proposal,” also called a “mediator’s number.” Here’s what happens: the…
Read ArticleI came across an unfortunate recent post on the Lawyerist (aka “the Puddle”) entitled, “5 Tips to Draw Readers To Your Blog.” I say unfortunate because, at least on my reading, the post seemed to suggest that,…
Read ArticleBecause I pay attention to analytics, I know that my most popular posts are those in which I have passed on advice or comments from a judge or judge’s clerk. People apparently find and…
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