Podcast - Every Case Is a New World
Podcast - The 3 Core Themes of Trial Law: Do the Right Thing
The 3 Core Themes of Trial Law: Tell Your Story
The JustPod: Lawyer, Gentleman, and Counsel to the Stars: A Discussion with Brian McMonagle
Podcast - The 3 Core Themes of Trial Law: Know Your Court
Podcast - Real Justice for Real People
There Is No Right Path
Podcast - How Did We Get Here?
Podcast - Parting Thoughts: Be a "Peddler of Common Sense"
Against All Odds- Part Four
Against All Odds- Part Three
Against All Odds- Part Two
Against All Odds- Part One
The Presumption of Innocence Podcast: Episode 56 - A Strategic Gamble: The Risks, Costs and Rewards of Going to Trial
Podcast - Expert Witnesses, Special Issues
Courtroom Chemistry: How Trial Team Dynamics Shape Case Outcomes – Speaking of Litigation Video Podcast
Podcast - Direct Examination of Expert Witnesses
Podcast - Part II: The Importance of Pro Bono for Both Clients and Lawyers
Podcast - Cutting Back on Complex Cases
Podcast - Drowning in Complexity
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