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The Litigator's EdgeJon Stern | "Flight of the Litigator"Discover the remarkable journey of Jon Stern, aviation litigator, on The Litigator’s Edge. From air traffic controller at Reagan National to cutting-edge legal innovator, Jon shares pivotal moments that shaped his specialized practice. Hear how he used flight simulators to analyze Flight 93’s probable target in a Washington Post investigation and pioneered the first-ever court order for predictive coding in legal discovery. Learn about his ingenious “barcode gun” trial strategy that literally silenced a dishonest witness mid-testimony, plus his insights on AI’s transformative impact on legal research and document review. Jon comprehensively discusses the evolution from paper files to e...2025-06-1741 min
The Litigator's EdgeAlex Paykin | "The Entrepreneurial Litigator"Dive into the multidimensional entrepreneurial journey of Alex Paykin, Managing Director of Paykin Law and a tech-savvy litigator, on The Litigator's Edge. Hear his incredible origin story, from running businesses in Italy at age nine to navigating the subprime mortgage crisis, all shaping his practical approach to commercial and real estate litigation. Alex shares his firm's high-tech, cloud-based stack and sophisticated AI use for tasks like brief drafting (with human-led research), while candidly addressing the legal profession's tech adoption challenges. Discover his vision for future legal tech: AI mastering case law research and a shared portal revolutionizing transactional workflows...2025-06-1242 min
The Litigator's EdgeKim Wald | "Putting Myself Out of Business"Listen to a powerful exposition from Kim Wald, a dedicated victims' advocate and partner at The Haggard Law Firm, on The Litigator's Edge. Discover her ultimate mission: to "put herself out of business" by driving legislative change alongside courtroom victories, as vividly demonstrated in a tragic, high-profile amusement ride case that spurred both a landmark verdict and new safety laws. Kim shares her deeply empathetic and personal approach to building trust with clients enduring profound trauma such as having dinner with her clients the night before trial and using extreme sensitivity with sexual assault survivors. Learn how she masterfully...2025-06-0524 min
The Litigator's EdgeTom Gardiner | “Think Long Term, Not Short Term”Take a journey through a through a four-decade legal career with Tom Gardiner, founding partner at one of the most decorated firms in Chicago and the Midwest. Hear how clerking for an influential federal judge during a high-profile trial shaped his path and taught him invaluable lessons in courtroom effectiveness. Tom discusses the shift towards case resolution over trials, and shares a strategic insight: sometimes deviating from the traditional order of party depositions can yield a competitive discovery advantage. Discover his balanced view on AI—embracing its potential for efficiency, particularly in document review, while stressing the irreplaceable need fo...2025-06-0231 min
The Litigator's EdgeJack Randall | "Justice, No Matter the Odds"Discover the power of versatility and experience with Jack Randall, Managing Partner and former police officer, on The Litigator's Edge. Learn how his early days prosecuting cases as an officer provided invaluable "on-the-job" legal training, instilling a dynamic courtroom presence he's honed over 100+ jury trials. Jack shares how his firm's commitment to "seeking justice, no matter the odds" is supported by being tech-forward, integrating AI tools for operational efficiency while emphasizing that human oversight and client communication are irreplaceable. Hear his insights on navigating resistance to innovation and the profound impact of ethical mentorship in shaping a successful legal...2025-05-2422 min
The Litigator's EdgeShaunis Mercer | "The Peaceful Lawyer"Rethink what you thought you knew about family law with Shaunis Mercer, founder of the aptly named Peaceful Law, on The Litigator's Edge. Discover how her early passion for giving children a voice in juvenile defense fueled her shift from traditional litigation towards client-driven, peaceful resolutions. Shaunis shares the powerful philosophy behind her firm's name and unpacks innovative strategies, such as creatively restructuring support obligations to achieve win-win outcomes. Hear her pragmatic take on leveraging AI as an efficient assistant, freeing lawyers to focus on high-value judgment.For genuine conversation packed with transparent, actionable insights on blending...2025-05-1332 min
The Litigator's EdgeJimmy Wilkins & Frank Ramos | "Making AI Work Now"Explore practical legal innovation with seasoned defense litigators Jimmy Wilkins and Frank Ramos on The Litigator's Edge.- Hear how Jimmy's early view of lawyers as essential community problem-solvers and Frank's formative experiences navigating diverse perspectives in inner-city Chicago shaped their careers before they embraced technology.- Discover their journeys: Jimmy using tech to conquer organizational challenges, Frank recognizing AI's power for deep analysis.- Jimmy and Frank share concrete strategies—using AI for rapid motion outlining, enhancing deposition questions, analyzing case images, and comparing outputs across multiple AI models.Demystifying the...2025-05-0543 min
The Litigator's EdgeTroy Brown | "The Futurist Advocate"Journey through the multifaceted career of Troy Brown, legal counselor, scholar, and futurist, on this rich episode of The Litigator's Edge. From a comic book debate sparking his legal passion at 12 to navigating the SEC, academia, and complex litigation, Troy shares powerful personal anecdotes with Aniket. Learn the critical lesson -- about professional perspective and client-focused resolution -- he gained from an early, eye-opening case where efficiency trumped emotion. Troy discusses common ethical pitfalls including communication lapses and the crucial duty to report issues up the corporate ladder, and provides a grounded view on AI's impact, highlighting potential efficiencies...2025-05-0144 min
The Litigator's EdgeDaniel Fisher | "The Globe and Mail Test"Explore a fresh perspective on personal injury law with The Litigator's Edge's first international guest, Daniel Fisher of Toronto's Howie, Sacks & Henry. Daniel shares his unconventional path from neuroscience research to law, revealing how his scientific background informs his approach to complex cases, particularly those involving brain injuries. He candidly addresses the reputation of injury lawyers, championing a deeply ethical, client-centered philosophy that prioritizes relieving client stress and holistic well-being—often extending support far beyond the legal file. Discover how Daniel's firm utilizes AI for enhanced case analysis and storytelling, and hear his insights from their technology committee. Learn pr...2025-04-2327 min
The Litigator's EdgeAmanda Baggett | "Move Fast, Hire Slow"Amanda Baggett, co-owner of Baggett Law, a respected injury firm in Jacksonville, Florida, shares her fascinating journey from aspiring police officer to plaintiff's attorney, including her pivotal career shift from defending corporations to advocating for injured victims.- Discover how working alongside her husband for nearly a decade has fueled their firm's impressive growth, landing them on the Inc. 5000 list.- Amanda reveals their winning litigation strategy—aggressive pacing and offensive planning from day one—and explains their unique hiring philosophy that prioritizes personality over resume.- She offers valuable insights on implementing lega...2025-04-1421 min
The Litigator's EdgeKaty Young | "To the Stars"Dive into a candid conversation with Katy Young, Managing Partner of Ad Astra Law Group, on The Litigator's Edge. Katy shares the unique story behind her firm's name ("through difficulties to the stars") and her own unexpected journey into law, ignited by a pivotal college mock trial. Learn about her experiences navigating the "Wild West" of early cannabis litigation and the hard-won wisdom gained from challenging cases, including the crucial importance of assessing collectability. Katy offers practical insights into embracing legal tech, detailing how AI tools can streamline repetitive tasks and save clients money, while stressing the unchanged need...2025-04-0826 min
The Litigator's EdgeMitch Panter | "The Movie Producer"Step into the world of veteran trial lawyer Mitch Panter on the very first episode of The Litigator's Edge. Host Aniket Sawant talks with Mitch about his 39-year journey in personal injury law, highlighting pivotal moments like arguing before the Florida Supreme Court and revealing his unique "movie producer" method for trial preparation. Discover innovative strategies like utilizing unconventional, ground-level experts and leveraging technology like Google Maps for historical evidence, balanced with timeless advice on ethical practice, emphasizing his core principle to always "do the right thing." For attorneys seeking an edge, this candid conversation offers practical wisdom drawn...2025-03-2732 min