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Trial Lawyer Nation181 - Laura Pazin Porter – Resolving a Wrongful Death Case with Empathy, StrategyThese cases are “righteous,” explains host Michael Cowen, “because when a tractor trailer is backing across the roadway, it is very difficult for oncoming traffic to see the trailer in time to stop.” He and trial partner Laura Pazin Porter recently resolved just such a case, in which their clients’ father died after striking an 18-wheeler that was backing across a highway at night. Laura describes how she established trust with the grieving family members, and Michael reveals how he channeled his “Just Keep Swimming” mantra during adverse rulings. Together, they achieved a confidential settlement right before closing arguments.Michael a...2025-06-1545 min

Trial Lawyer Nation179 - Juishree Samant – The Unexpected Path from Reception Desk to Trial TableReceptionist-turned-litigator Juishree Samant got a masterclass right after law school when she worked in pre-litigation, convincing potential clients to hire the firm and resolving around 500 cases. “It puts you in a position where you're comfortable picking up the phone no matter who it is you're talking to, whether that be the client, whether that be adjuster, opposing counsel,” she explains in this conversation with her boss and host Michael Cowen. Now an associate at Cowen Rodriguez Peacock, Juishree recounts her unique path and shares how she navigated her career transitions. Next up: handling depositions on her own, driving an 18-whe...2025-05-1543 min

Careers and the Business of LawCareers, CLOC, and the $5M Question: What Are You Really Doing in Vegas?Guest: Kevin Cohn, Chief Customer Officer, Brightflag Host: David Cowen, President, The Cowen Group 🎙 This episode of Careers in the Business of Law (CBL) is a masterclass in motion. Pre-live from the frontlines of CLOC, Kevin Cohn—Chief Customer Officer at Brightflag—joins David Cowen for a candid, strategic breakdown of how legal ops careers are being redefined in real time. It’s not just theory. Kevin unpacks the real ROI of relationship-driven events, the anatomy of modern go-to-market strategy, and the emergence of legal ops as a strategic powerhouse inside the legal depart...2025-05-0219 min

Trial Lawyer Nation176 - “Ask Michael and Malorie Anything” - Demonstrations and Reenactments"Seeing is believing. When people actually see something rather than just hearing someone talk about it, it makes a huge difference," host Michael Cowen says of the impact of live demonstrations in personal injury cases. In this segment of “Ask Michael and Malorie Anything,” Michael and partner Malorie Peacock reveal how real-world demonstrations can make complex principles understandable to jurors, why they're more effective than animations, and when to invest in this powerful trial strategy. Click here to learn about the firm’s Big Rig Boot Camp on July 10.Featured GuestName: Malorie Peacoc...2025-03-3133 min

Trial Lawyer Nation173 - Malorie Peacock - You Asked. We Answered. 8 Burning Listener QuestionsIn the first installment of their new “Ask Malorie and Michael Anything” feature, host Michael Cowen and colleague Malorie Peacock tackle eight questions from listeners. They offer strategies and tips on topics ranging from launching a career as a personal injury lawyer, to navigating a traumatic brain injury case, to managing doubts about an expert witness.Have a question for Michael and Malorie? Email Michael.Featured GuestName: Malorie PeacockAbout: A name partner at Cowen Rodriguez Peacock, Malorie represents clients who have been injured by the negligence of others. Her expe...2025-02-1544 min

Trial Lawyer Nation172 - Brian Glass – Leveraging Accountability, Delegation, and Data to Steer a FirmBrian Glass started his career at a firm that competed with his father’s, Ben Glass Law. Today, he’s a partner at the firm, where he and his father have carved out their own practices and roles.Brian visits with host Michael Cowen to share insights about what he’s learned as the firm’s integrator who manages budget, salaries, bonuses, marketing, or anything in the “integrator box.” Tune in for his strategies on building client trust, balancing multiple responsibilities, and assigning accountability.Michael and Malorie welcome listener questions for a new “Ask Michael and Malorie An...2025-01-3151 min

Careers and the Business of LawEp.35 Inside Legal Innovation: AI, Knowledge Management & The Future of Law with Ted Theodoropoulos📢 The legal industry is at a tipping point. Are you ready? In this episode, David Cowen sits down with Ted Theodoropoulos, Founder & CEO of InfoDash, to unpack the biggest shifts redefining law firms, legal tech, and knowledge management. From AI-powered legal services to the VC-style approach to tech investment, this conversation is packed with insights that will help you future-proof your career and your firm. 🔥 What You’ll Learn: ✅ The AI Wake-Up Call: How AI is pushing law firms to rethink innovation, risk, and business models ✅ Beyond Billable Hours: Why firms are shifting from revenue...2025-01-2928 min

Trial Lawyer Nation171 - Jason Hennessey – You Can’t Control Google’s Algorithm; You Can Master Digital MarketingWhen it came time to name his book, Jason Hennessey left nothing to chance. Anyone searching for “law firm SEO” would find his agency, videos, and his book: “Law Firm SEO.” “I'm dominating that keyword, and it's all by design.”With host Michael Cowen, Jason defines words in the digital marketing dictionary like “SEO” and “LSAs.” He pulls back the curtain on the Google algorithm. And he describes strategies to get the phone to ring. His main advice for lawyers is to take action. As an example, he congratulates Michael for his idea to send videos to potential referrals...2025-01-1543 min

Trial Lawyer Nation170 - Dirk Derrick – Leveraging the Transformative Power of Focus GroupsSouth Carolina PI attorney Dirk Derrick joins host Michael Cowen for an in-depth discussion about Dirk’s innovative approach to focus groups. By prioritizing truth-seeking and empowering clients through data-driven decisions, Dirk’s team uses focus groups to maximize case values. Plaintiffs’ attorneys who want to learn more are invited to request access to his podcast, “The Appraisers,” where other plaintiffs’ attorneys share case studies from their focus groups.Featured GuestName: Dirk DerrickAbout: Dirk’s firm, Derrick Law Firm Injury Lawyers, has nearly 30 attorneys practicing in 10 locations across South Carolina. He has obtained i...2024-12-3142 min

Careers and the Business of LawEp. 33 Careers in the Business of Law Podcast – Kevin Cohn: Tech, Talent, and the Future of Legal OpsIn this episode, David Cowen chats with Kevin Cohn, Chief Customer Officer at Brightflag, about how next-gen technology and AI are reshaping legal operations, the war for talent, and the evolving role of legal professionals. If you’re navigating the future of law, this conversation is your roadmap. What’s Inside? Brightflag’s Impact: Learn how Brightflag uses AI to transform legal billing and matter management for clients like Spotify and SAP, enabling legal teams to shift from admin to strategy. Tech & Talent Arms Race: Why GCs are hiring legal ops pros first and how AI is disr...2024-12-1643 min

Trial Lawyer Nation169 - Sonia Rodriguez – Life Happens; Past Injuries Aren’t Fatal to PI Clients’ ClaimsRarely does a personal injury client walk in the door with a clean medical history. Aches, pains, complaints, chiropractic visits – “it’s just the reality of life,” says Sonia Rodriguez, host Michael Cowen’s colleague at Cowen Rodriguez Peacock.In this conversation, Sonia and Michael discuss the art of strategically managing personal injury cases that involve preexisting conditions and subsequent incidents. Tune in for their insights about leveraging prior medical history, collateral witnesses, and creative tactics to secure successful outcomes.Featured GuestName: Sonia RodriguezAbout: Sonia Rodriguez, a native of San Antoni...2024-12-1540 min

Trial Lawyer Nation168 - Mike Alder – Why Lawyers Need Discipline, Consistency, and a Spiked Meditation MatThree decades as a trial lawyer; 30 trials; more than $3 billion in verdicts and settlements; thriving practices: Ask Mike Alder how he does it, and his answer is simple. “Take a cold shower and make your bed.”Make your bed, every day, because it teaches the discipline a trial lawyer needs. Prefer a warm shower? Take a cold one anyway, because stepping outside your comfort zone prepares a trial lawyer for dealing with stressful situations.In this wide-ranging conversation with host Michael Cowen, Mike reflects on the personal habits (meditating on a spiked mat) and p...2024-11-3035 min

Trial Lawyer Nation167 - Malorie Peacock – The Law Firm Manager’s Guide to Ditching Drama, Accentuating Accountability“If you’re a lawyer listening to this podcast and you manage anybody,” says Malorie Peacock, “I think you can find some value in some of the stuff that we’re going to talk about.”What Malorie and host Michael Cowen talk about is effective law firm leadership, and the “stuff” includes strategies for building a culture of accountability without workplace drama. Borrowing insights from Cy Wakeman’s revolutionary books, they share personal and professional experiences that they’ve applied as leaders.Featured GuestName: Malorie PeacockAbout: A name partner at Cowen Rodriguez P...2024-11-1554 min

Trial Lawyer Nation166 - Darryl Isaacs - In a World with Millions of Lawyers, You Can Stand OutHost Michael Cowen chats with Darryl Isaacs of Isaacs & Isaacs Personal Injury Lawyers about personal branding and marketing. Darryl shares his journey from starting his practice in Kentucky to becoming a widely recognized figure in personal injury law across several states, with his own trademarked nickname: “The Hammer.” From television advertisements to digital platforms, Darryl discusses his experience with a range of marketing tools. Ultimately, though, he suggests that any marketing must be aligned with a lawyer’s authentic, unique voice.Want to learn more from Darryl? Call his cell. Featured GuestName: Darryl...2024-10-3132 min

Trial Lawyer Nation165 - Drew Gilliland and Teana Overton – Little Pinky, Big Verdict: $1.8 Million“I think it’s more than just the pinky,” Teana Overton says of her client’s injury from a trip-and-fall. In fact, the pinky bone shattered, requiring surgery and limiting the client’s way of life.Teana and Drew Gilliland join host Michael Cowen to discuss how they won $1.8 million for the plaintiff. Their behind-the-scenes description of the case highlights how they developed a strong relationship with the client and how they welcomed witness testimony that made her relatable to the jury. They also recall a “scary” moment when the defense motioned for a mistrial. Tune in to learn the t...2024-10-1549 min

Trial Lawyer Nation164 - Abbey Vela - Strategies for Building and Maintaining an Attorney Referral-Based PracticeHost Michael Cowen invites Business Development Manager Abbey Vela to discuss how Cowen Rodriguez Peacock attracts and then keeps referral partners over the long haul. Abbey’s role at the firm is to connect and communicate with referrals; as she explains, it’s a position that “a lot of law firms tend to lack.” Michael observes that any firm interested in building a referral-based practice must be prepared to offer value. “It can't just be, ‘Come listen to how, what a badass I am and why you should give me your cases.’ No one wants to hear that.”Finally, Micha...2024-09-3029 min

Careers and the Business of LawEpisode15 of Legal Data Intelligence Series: Meet Alison Grounds, Partner & Managing Director of Troutman Pepper eMerge🎙️ Discover the Power of Legal Data Intelligence! Join David Cowen as he sits down with Alison Grounds, Partner & Managing Director of Troutman Pepper eMerge, for a deep dive into the evolving world of legal data intelligence. From curating the e-discovery process to shaping the future of data governance, Alison shares insights on how this space is transforming and creating new opportunities for legal professionals. 🔥 Episode Highlights: Curious & Evangelizing LDI: Alison talks about her journey into Legal Data Intelligence, noting how she’s both "curious and an evangelist" for this growing field, driven by the need to manage legal inform...2024-09-2419 min

TD Cowen InsightsTD Cowen's 2024 Future Health Conference Key TakeawaysRecorded on 09/12/24Welcome to a special edition of the TD Cowen FutureHealth Podcast, where Charles Rhyee and Ryan Langston recap key takeaways from TD Cowen's 9th Annual FutureHealth Conference held September 10, 2024, in New York. The conference featured a number of panel sessions covering transforming care delivery models and sites of care, the evolution of Digital Health 2.0, artificial intelligence, and cybersecurity. We also highlight fireside chats with Cigna, where we discussed the increasing adoption of value-based contracting programs, and Walgreens, where we discussed the role retail pharmacies are playing in the clinical trial space to improve patient access...2024-09-1618 min

Trial Lawyer Nation163 - Joe Fried – $16.2 Million Verdict in Pioneering Case against AmazonRenowned trucking accident lawyer Joe Fried tried the second case in the nation and the first in Georgia to test Amazon’s claims that it has no responsibility for its drivers’ conduct.The result was a $16.2 million verdict against Amazon for pain and suffering endured by his client’s son, an 8-year-old boy who was run over by a delivery van. As Joe explains to host Michael Cowen, the groundbreaking case offers unique teaching opportunities for plaintiffs’ lawyers. Among the successful strategies: his team’s focus on exposing how the driver was himself a victim of Amazon, which plac...2024-09-151h 18

Trial Lawyer Nation162 - Jessica Brylo – Harnessing the Power of Big Data and Focus GroupsThink of focus groups as macro – exposing holes in the case and main issues from the jurors’ perspectives. Think of big data as micro – revealing the win rate, the ask, the possible outcome in terms of money.In her second visit to Trial Lawyer Nation, Jessica Brylo, owner and lead litigation consultant at Trial Dynamics, outlines the utility of both tools. The conversation with host Michael Cowen dovetails with Jessica’s first appearance on the show, when she shared her insights about how jurors make decisions and how to frame cases persuasively. In this visit, Jessica discusses when and...2024-08-3149 min

Trial Lawyer Nation161 - Dan Ambrose’s Trial Lawyers University – Big Names, Boot Camps, Case BreakdownsFrom October 16 to 19, Caesars Palace will be the site of Trial Lawyers University, an in-depth educational opportunity for lawyers who want to sharpen their skills, network, and perhaps – if they’re brave – belt out tunes at a karaoke bar.Trial Lawyers University founder Dan Ambrose offers a preview of what’s in store at TLU Vegas during this conversation with host Michael Cowen. He explains how he has designed the conference so that participants have training choices that suit their knowledge gaps and goals. “I try to put my heart and soul into it,” Dan says of the rigorous...2024-08-1542 min

Trial Lawyer Nation160 - Bruce Inosencio – The Four Words that Drove His Record-Setting Verdict“Statistics suck. Stories stick.”For Bruce Inosencio, this motto proved a north star guiding his case against a Michigan nursing home. With host Michael Cowen, Bruce acknowledges the challenge he faced: How to prove that the facility owed damages when the patient was an elderly, sick woman? To do so, he and his legal team connected with the jurors so they’d be invested in the story of the 87-year-old woman’s life. He combatted the defense argument that an elderly woman’s life was somehow less valuable. The statistics of her experience at the facility ma...2024-07-3142 min

Careers and the Business of LawEpisode 10 of Legal Data Intelligence Series, Meet Jeremiah Weasenforth, Legal Analytics Director at Edward Jones🎙️ Step into the future of law with us! Join David Cowen for a captivating conversation with Jeremiah Weasenforth, the innovative Legal Analytics Director at Edward Jones. This episode of "Careers in the Business of Law: Legal Data Intelligence" promises to be a thrilling exploration of how data is reshaping legal strategies. 🔥Episode Highlights: Revolutionizing Legal Practices: Discover how Jeremiah is pushing the boundaries of traditional law with groundbreaking data-driven insights. As he puts it, "It's taking a step further beyond the traditional practice of law." A Unique Career Path: From spearheading AI projects at Orrick to...2024-07-2328 min

Trial Lawyer Nation159 - Sean Claggett – The Billion Dollar Ask That Birthed JuryBallSean Claggett is on a mission to change the way trial lawyers use data so they don’t leave billions on the table.The author of JuryBall: The Big Data Revolution is Here, Sean, joins Michael Cowen to discuss how using focus groups and big data have helped him learn from early losses and helped his clients get what they deserve. “Asking for too much money is dangerous, but if you don’t ask for enough money, you lose too,” says Sean. Tune in as Sean shares what big data has taught plaintiffs’ lawyers and hear about two real-w...2024-07-1544 min

Trial Lawyer Nation158 - Malorie Peacock – A Case is About the Jurors: Winning a Tough Wrongful Death CaseIn trial, you have to be ready and just accept the fact that things are never going to be perfect. They’re never going to go the way you planned it. In this episode of Trial Lawyer Nation, Michael Cowen and Malorie Peacock share their strategies (as well as the hiccups they overcame) from their recent $4M verdict on a trucking wrongful death case, where only 10% of the fault was put on their client for rear-ending a tractor trailer. They detail how they “armed their experts” so that the jury wasn’t skeptical of expert testimony in this expe...2024-06-3049 min

TD Cowen InsightsTD Cowen's 8th Annual Consumer Conference Takeaways: Bifurcation On A Macro LevelTD Cowen Analysts John Kernan and Max Rakhlenko sit down at TD Cowen's 8th Annual Consumer Conference to discuss their key takeaways from the conference. https://go.td.com/PodcastDisclosure 2024-06-1716 min

Trial Lawyer Nation157 - Przemek Lubecki–Focus on Process and Human Connection for Trial SuccessMany people hate losing. Trial lawyers are no different. But can ignoring the thought of winning or losing a trial actually increase your chances of victory?In this episode of Trial Lawyer Nation, Michael Cowen hosts attorney Przemek Lubecki of New Orleans law firm Morris Bart. Michael and Przemek cover many topics, from embracing the performative aspect of trial, making connections with jurors, and how focusing on the process instead of the outcome can lead to wins at trial. Przemek also shares a story about one of his proudest verdicts, the CEVA case.Don’t mi...2024-06-1540 min

Careers and the Business of LawEp. 28 - Meet Alison Grounds, Managing Partner at Troutman Pepper eMergeIn this episode of Careers in the Business of Law, David Cowen chats with Alison Grounds, Managing Partner at Troutman Pepper eMerge in Atlanta. Alison shares her journey from a summer associate to a leading innovator in legal technology and e-discovery. Key Highlights: Alison Grounds faced a pivotal moment as a 5th-year associate when a critical review questioned her focus on e-discovery. Motivated by this feedback, she researched and connected with pioneers like Ronni Solomon and Tess Blair, ultimately deciding to specialize in e-discovery. Alison compares the early days of e-discovery to today's advancements in generative AI. She highlights the o...2024-06-1322 min

Careers and the Business of LawEpisode 04 of Legal Data Intelligence Series, Meet Farrah Pepper, Chief Legal Innovation Counsel & Chief Global Discovery Counsel at Marsh McLennanFarrah Pepper is the Chief Legal Innovation Counsel (CLIC) at Marsh McLennan, where she makes things…click. Farrah founded and leads the company’s Legal Innovation & Technology (LIT) team, which includes the LIT innovation lab and the legal data discovery program. Farrah has a long history of building and leading in-house and law firm teams to solve business challenges, create enterprise value and reduce risk. Previously, Farrah was GE’s global discovery counsel, where she served as the large, diverse conglomerate’s first dedicated legal expert on discovery strategy and policy. Farrah created and led the GE Discovery Center of Excel...2024-06-0424 min

Trial Lawyer Nation156 - Sonia Rodriguez – Incredible Settlements Come From Being Ready for TrialLike crashes, luck is predictable. If you want to get “lucky” and get multimillion-dollar settlements regularly, then you have to put in the time and do the work. And it also helps to have the right mindset and strategy for your case.In this episode of Trial Lawyer Nation, host Michael Cowen is joined by his partner Sonia Rodriguez. Tune in as Sonia explains the shift in mindset that led to her getting three multimillion-dollar settlements in the past six months on tractor trailer cases. Sonia and Michael also discuss the three things you need to get a big...2024-05-3130 min

Careers and the Business of LawEp. 26 - Jerry Levine, Chief Evangelist & General Counsel at ContractPodAiJerry Levine is the Chief Evangelist and Co-General Counsel at ContractPodAi. Jerry serves as an advisor to customers and the internal client voice, helping to guide global client success and shape overall product vision. As a former global general counsel and Corporate Secretary at Amelia (IPsoft) - and a ContractPodAi customer, himself - he successfully implemented ContractPodAi within IPsoft’s legal department. Jerry also held leadership and consulting positions at both publicly and privately held companies, including Axiom and LexisNexis. He also founded a start-up focused law firm. As a leader in legal design thinking, he has been committed to...2024-05-2922 min

Trial Lawyer Nation155 - Big Rig Bootcamp – Your Gateway to Mastering Trucking LitigationFor trial lawyers seeking to level up in their trucking law practice, Cowen’s Big Rig Bootcamp is an unmissable opportunity.In this bonus episode of Trial Lawyer Nation, host Michael Cowan is joined by Isabella Santellan, marketing director at Cowen Rodriguez Peacock to preview Big Rig Bootcamp. At Big Rig Bootcamp, you’ll take a deep dive into the trucking industry’s intricacies, including how companies use telematics (Michael’s firm bought a telematics system and currently has an expert on the road using it now!). The seminar will also show Michael’s strategies for how to p...2024-05-2310 min

Trial Lawyer Nation154 - Lara Brock–Whether in Trial or Arbitration, Compete to Win“In order to be a good trial lawyer, you have to have that innate sense of ‘let’s go, I’m ready to go.’”In this episode of Trial Lawyer Nation, host Michael Cowen talks to seasoned trial lawyer Lara Brock of Espinoza & Brock, PLLC about her sports-oriented, competitive mindset that has influenced both how she practices law and serves as a leader within her law firm. Tune in as Michael and Lara talk about why it's important to shift from the “family” mindset to the “team” mindset within your law firm, how to find your own voice as a t...2024-05-1542 min

Careers and the Business of LawEpisode 02 of Legal Data Intelligence Series, Meet Scott Milner, Global Head and Practice Group Leader of eData Practice Group at Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLPOne of the original attorneys in Morgan Lewis’s eData practice, Scott Milner counsels and advises companies in electronic discovery and information governance processes and best practices. He works with Morgan Lewis’s lawyers across practice groups to tailor strategies and discovery management plans for clients around the globe, in numerous industries and disciplines. Scott’s practice encompasses all phases of eDiscovery, from preservation and collection to review and production of large volumes of electronically stored information (ESI). In episode 002 of Careers and The Business of Law: Legal Data Intelligence Series, David Cowen sits down with Sc...2024-05-1416 min

Trial Lawyer Nation153 - Sach Oliver–Depositions Are TrialThe road to success is paved with failure, but if a trial lawyer can learn from those failures, they will ultimately become a more effective advocate.In this episode of Trial Lawyer Nation, host Michael Cowen sits down with trial lawyer Sach Oliver of Oliver Law Firm to discuss how lawyers can continually hone their skills by learning from their own failures, learning from other attorneys, and treating depositions as trial.Sach also discusses his forthcoming book, Depositions are Trial, which will be released June 24, 2024 (Pre-orders May 1, 2024) and includes philosophies, strategies, methods, and techniques for...2024-04-3052 min

Trial Lawyer Nation152 - Odalys Lopez – How to Develop Attorney Skills and Mindset in Your Law FirmOnce you start getting big results, then people give you more opportunities to do bigger cases. But as a new lawyer, how do you begin getting big results?In this episode of Trial Lawyer Nation, host Michael Cowen welcomes Odalys Lopez, an up-and-coming lawyer at Cowen Rodriguez Peacock, who shares insights on being a new lawyer. Tune in as Michael and Odalys discuss the firm’s strategies to develop lawyers, including doing “workdays” on cases, attorney development meetings, and 3pm trainings on Fridays. The conversation also covers how to alleviate clients’ nerves before defending depositions, why you s...2024-04-1543 min

Careers and the Business of LawEp. 20 - Meet Dru Armstrong: CEO of AffiniPay.(00:13) – “Welcome to the Legal Tech Frontier”: David Cowen introduces Drew Armstrong, CEO of Affinipay, discussing the rapid evolution of the legal technology market, Drew's background in law and business, and the impact of AI on the legal profession. (01:25) - Revolutionizing Legal Practice Management: Drew delves into how Affinipay is transforming legal practice management for solo and small firms. Highlighting Ape's leading technology, ease of use, and customer service, Drew showcases how Affinipay ensures law firms operate efficiently while keeping focus on their clients. (04:07) - Leadership and Vision at Affinipay: Drew shares her journey...2024-04-0222 min

Trial Lawyer Nation151 - Alex Begum - $2.1 Million Verdict in a Tough CaseBuild “top mind awareness” for your law firm to get the PI cases you actually want. Then focus on what’s-in-it-for-the-jury to win them. In this episode of Trial Lawyer Nation, host Michael Cowen welcomes Alex Begum, the founding shareholder of Begum Law Group Injury Lawyers. Alex shares his journey towards mastering the business side of law, emphasizing the importance of financial acumen and creating a strong brand presence for law firm success. He also recounts the challenges behind a personal injury case he tried and the strategies he used to win a $2.17M judgment, highligh...2024-03-3146 min

Trial Lawyer Nation150 - Malorie Peacock - How to Move the Ball Forward and Not Just Do Busy WorkJust focus on your biggest PI cases. Afterall, that’s where you make the most money and the biggest difference, so it should be easy. Right? Wrong. Before you know it, you’ve spent the majority of your time working on cases where you’re just trying to get your expenses back, and not working enough on your big cases. So how do you make sure you actually focus your attention on where it is needed the most?In this episode of Trial Lawyer Nation, Michael Cowen and Malorie Peacock discuss strategies they’ve used to keep their fo...2024-03-1536 min

Trial Lawyer Nation149 - Robert Ingalls - The Power of a Podcast: Build Trust with Prospects Before They Pick Up the PhoneCan lawyers really get cases from their podcasts? Robert Ingalls built a business banking on just that. In this episode of Trial Lawyer Nation, host Michael Cowen welcomes LawPods CEO and Founder (and recovering lawyer) Robert Ingalls to discuss how lawyers are using podcasts to fuel their businesses and personal brands.Podcasts have the ability to create an immediate connection between the hosts and their audiences. Informal conversations on a podcast give lawyers a unique opportunity to convey emotion and build rapport with their listeners, an area where corporate videos and other promotional materials often fall short.2024-02-2953 min

Trial Lawyer Nation148 - Gyi Tsakalakis - How to Promote Your Law Firm With Digital Legal Marketing Expert Gyi TsakalakisMarketing a law practice is different from other types of businesses, due to things such as unique ethical considerations and the referral aspect.On this episode of Trial Lawyer Nation, Michael Cowen is joined by Gyi Tsakalakis, President and Co-Founder of AttorneySync, a digital legal marketing agency. A former trial lawyer from Southeast Michigan, Gyi is also the co-host of the Lunch Hour Legal Marketing podcast. Tune in to hear Gyi’s practical tips on how you can more effectively market and promote your law firm, both online and through more traditional channels, including if you’r...2024-02-1553 min

Trial Lawyer Nation147 - Robert Disque – Are You a Trial Lawyer or Just a Litigator?Empathy is an emotion not commonly associated with lawyers. But harnessing it can provide valuable insight.On this episode of Trial Lawyer Nation, Michael Cowen is joined by colleague Robert Disque who focuses his practice on 18-wheeler and commercial vehicle cases. Tune in to hear Michael and Robert discuss Robert’s path to law, the difference between a litigator and a trial lawyer, and how to talk to clients about bad cases. Robert also shares how empathy led him from the defense side to the plaintiff’s side, and how empathy has helped him find commo...2024-01-3149 min

Trial Lawyer Nation145 - Natalie Arledge - Goal-Setting for Success: Michael and Natalie's Roadmap for 2024It’s that time of year again. What do we want 2024 (and beyond) to look like and how are we going to make it happen? At Cowen | Rodriguez | Peacock, it all starts with goals.But, as we’ve all learned by now, all goals are not created equal. How do you identify your goals? Are they long-term or short-term and how do they align with your existing circumstances? Are they specific or general? How do you measure your progress?On this episode of Trial Lawyer Nation, Michael Cowen is joined by partner Natalie Arledge to disc...2023-12-3130 min

Trial Lawyer Nation144 - Eric Oliver - Beyond the Facts: Trial Consultant Eric Oliver on How to Tell Your Client’s StoryJury trials can be notoriously unpredictable, even when the facts are in your favor. To be successful at trial, attorneys need to do more than just rehearse their opening and closing statements. They also need to know how to influence the jury.On this episode of Trial Lawyer Nation, Michael Cowen is joined by nationally recognized trial consultant and the author of several trial guides, Eric Oliver. Applying over 40 years of experience and his background in marketing and persuasion, Eric shares strategies and techniques that trial lawyers can use, such as storytelling, reverse sequencing, and the use...2023-12-1544 min

Trial Lawyer Nation143 - Malorie Peacock - Employees Can’t Read Minds: Michael and Malorie on Law Firm TrainingLawyers constantly receive training in the form of CLE. However, training staff members in the day-to-day running of a law office is no less important to a successful practice. Nobody comes into a law firm knowing everything. Ongoing reminders and documented procedures are needed for employees to learn new things, retain information, and correct mistakes. On this episode of Trial Lawyer Nation, host Michael Cowen speaks with his fellow partner and trial attorney Malorie Peacock about how, why, and when to train employees at every level of the firm, from clerks and receptionists to paralegals and litigators. 2023-11-3038 min

Trial Lawyer Nation142 - Ed Ciarimboli - Visuals, Sequencing, and Zoom: Ed Ciarimboli on Trying Cases Post-COVIDTrying cases is an evolving process. And if you’ve been doing the same thing for 25 years, you’ve probably been doing something wrong for the past 24 years. From shorter jury attention spans, to Zooming in experts, to condensing information, and incorporating more visuals, courtroom trial techniques and jury expectations have changed significantly following COVID. On this episode of Trial Lawyer Nation, host Michael Cowen speaks with Ed Ciarimboli, a trial lawyer out of Pennsylvania who’s tried close to 100 cases since the beginning of his career. Tune in to hear Ed share how his approach...2023-11-1543 min

Trial Lawyer Nation141 - Malorie Peacock - How Michael and Malorie Got a $17.5 Million Verdict in a Tough Case (Part 2)Trial is not a law school exam. Just because you can technically put in evidence of certain elements of damages, doesn’t mean it's in the client’s best interest to do so. It’s up to you–after having the conversation with your client, of course–to make strategic choices on damages. Afterall, the goal is to maximize chances of getting the best possible verdict for your client.On this episode of Trial Lawyer Nation, Michael Cowen and Malorie Peacock continue their discussion on how they overcame the odds to win $17.5M in damages for their client in a...2023-10-3144 min

Trial Lawyer Nation140 - Maxey Scherr - From Theater to Trial: Maxey Scherr on Starting Strong, Establishing Your Reputation, and Letting GoTrial lawyers can’t be afraid of failure. It is often by refusing default thinking and defying expectations that a trial lawyer gets the first big win that sets the tone for their career. On this episode of Trial Lawyer Nation, Michael Cowen speaks with Maxey Scherr–a Texas trial lawyer, board certified in truck accident law–who recently started her own law firm and found immediate success with a $10.65M verdict against Swift Transportation. Listen to Maxey explain how learning and preparation have been integral to some of her biggest wins, why it's important for a tr...2023-10-1553 min

Trial Lawyer Nation139 - Malorie Peacock - How Michael and Malorie Got a $17.5 Million Verdict in a Tough CaseThere’s data going all the way back to the 1970s showing that people have lost a leg while operating a forklift. Not only do these leg crush injuries keep occurring, but it's the most common injury with a stand-up forklift. It’s a big problem. However, the industry has been able to avoid having to change anything because they've been able to get the standard written to support their design decisions. On this episode of Trial Lawyer Nation, Michael Cowen and Malorie Peacock discuss how they overcame the odds to win $17.5M in damages for their client...2023-09-301h 01

Trial Lawyer Nation138 - Rick Friedman - Unlocking Success: Rick Friedman on Trying Cases, Self-Improvement, and Framing Moral TruthLosing is what helps us develop as trial lawyers. If you quit too early after losing a case, you will never know the success you could have had.On this episode of Trial Lawyer Nation, Michael Cowen speaks with renowned trial lawyer and highly influential author, Rick Friedman. Rick has won multiple nine-figure verdicts, including a verdict against Monsanto for $72 million. What is the secret to Rick’s success? Getting out of his own way.Tune in to learn more about how to frame “moral truth” for the jury and how “uncomfortable facts” can become good facts...2023-09-1555 min

Trial Lawyer Nation136 - Natalie Arledge - Can You Be a Successful Trial Lawyer Without Being a Sh*tty Parent?Being an exceptional trial lawyer requires mastering a lot of skills they don’t teach in school. The same can be said for being an exceptional parent. But, sticking the landing on both? That must be a pipedream, right?On this episode of Trial Lawyer Nation, Michael Cowen and his new Partner, Natalie Arledge, discuss whether it’s possible to be a successful trial lawyer without being a shitty parent. Through the lens of a mom of two, Natalie discusses the challenges of developing as a trial lawyer, her journey from associate to partner, and the unique less...2023-08-1536 min

Careers and the Business of LawEp. 14 - Haresh Bhungalia: Founder & CEO of CasepointJoin me for an insightful chat as we delve into the life and journey of Haresh Bhungalia. From his childhood dreams of soaring the skies as a pilot to his adventures in Big 4 consulting and entrepreneurial pursuits. We'll touch upon: Visioning the future of legal business by 2030 His take on the surge of new legal tech software players The evolving role of legal operations in today's world and the future Advice for budding legal tech entrepreneurs The unique edge that sets Casepoint apart For more on Cowen Podcasts, Career Coaching, and Leadership Networking Events, please...2023-08-1421 min

Careers and the Business of LawEp. 13 - AJ Shankar: Founder & CEO of EverlawJoin me for an insightful chat as we delve into the life and career journey of AJ Shankar. From his distinguished academic career in computer science and graduating magna cum laude from Harvard to pioneering Everlaw as a successful entrepreneur. Our conversation will cover: The significance of the Harvard Barnwell Award Insights into the Berkeley startup ecosystem A glimpse into the future of eDiscovery software What sets Everlaw apart in the competitive landscape Valuable insights for for eDiscovery and legal operations enthusiasts AJ's perspective on the future landscape of the business of law. Insights into the Berkeley s...2023-08-1422 min

Trial Lawyer Nation135 - Amy Hall - The “Formula” for Effective Visual Trial StrategyLawyers know their cases backwards and forwards. However, jurors may need help honing in on the most important elements of a case. Visual trial strategy helps create a series of clear, tailored exhibits to present to a jury at trial.On this episode of Trial Lawyer Nation, Michael Cowen talks to visual trial strategist, Amy Hall. Amy discusses her tried-and-true three-exhibit formula–the anchor, the link, and the payoff–which she uses to distill everything in a complex case into these three themes. Additionally, Amy explains that because jurors learn better by combining both visual and auditory mean...2023-07-311h 01

Careers and the Business of LawEp. 12 - Andy Wilson: Founder & CEO of LogikcullAndy Wilson: Founder & CEO of Logikcull Who are the top 6 eDiscovery software CEOs? If I say Apple - you say Steve Jobs If I say Amazon, you say Jeff. If I say Tesla, Microsoft or GE you say Elon, Bill and Jack. But, what if I say, Logikcull, Relativity, Disco, Everlaw, Reveal or Casepoint? Join me this summer as I interview the top founders and CEO’s in the Legal software space starting with the Big 6 of eDiscovery. In this episode- Andy Wilson founder and CEO of Log...2023-07-1836 min

Trial Lawyer Nation134 - Sonia Rodriguez - Cracking the Expert Witness Code: Getting the Best from Your Retained Experts“The relationship between the expert and the lawyer is a lot like a horse and a rider. I don't want you to lead me in a dangerous situation, and I don't want to lead you in a dangerous situation.”On this episode of Trial Lawyer Nation, host Michael Cowen is joined by his partner Sonia Rodriguez, for a discussion on the dos and don’ts of working with retained expert witnesses. Sonia and Michael discuss the importance of consistent communication with your expert and remembering that while they may be the expert in their field, you’re the expe...2023-07-1536 min

Trial Lawyer Nation133 - Michael Neff - Navigating Premises Liability Cases: Insights from a Seasoned Trial LawyerPremises cases can be a tough way to make a living. “It’s challenging, like medical malpractice, but with the right experts, with the right research, with the right resilience, you can win these cases.”On this episode of Trial Lawyer Nation, Michael Cowen speaks with Michael Neff, an experienced trial lawyer, about the oft-forgotten yet critically important and challenging area of tort law–premises liability law. He explains the kinds of cases that inflame his passions, how to succeed in premises liability law, and, of course, the importance of 7-inch stairs! Neff also briefly discusses his case aga...2023-06-3048 min

Careers and the Business of LawEp. 11 - Brian Corbin and Ed Sohn | Follow The Sun- From India, to Berlin to Belfast and Back: The pros and cons of an expat careerBrian Corbin and Ed Sohn share their ex-pat experiences and how it’s impacted their careers and families. They discuss the similarities and differences between working in the US and abroad, the challenges and opportunities that come with it, and the complex experiential knowledge that one gains from working abroad. They also talk about the disruptive force of AI in the legal industry and the need for businesses to invest in human capital that is resilient to this force. Finally, we explore the future of the legal industry and the net new demand for legal tal...2023-06-2730 min

Trial Lawyer Nation132 - Malorie Peacock - The Hidden Power of Lay WitnessesLay witnesses. Whether you call them eyewitnesses, ‘before and after’ witnesses, or damages witnesses, you need them to help you make your case. And sometimes the most unexpected ordinary people can be the greatest witnesses. “There's obvious ones like the spouse or the children or family members of your plaintiff. But beyond that, there's coworkers, there's neighbors, there's the pastor, there's the guy that runs a corner store at the end of the block, their kid’s teacher…it could be a whole universe of people out there.”On this episode of Trial Lawyer Nation, Michael Cowen...2023-06-1538 min

Trial Lawyer Nation131 - John Romano - The Art of Trial PreparationThere are great episodes and there are John Romano episodes. This is not one you want to miss.On this episode of Trial Lawyer Nation, Michael sits down with legendary trial lawyer John Romano as he shares wisdom acquired over five decades of law practice. John reveals valuable insights into the mindset of a winning trial attorney, practical preparation tips, the importance of jury research, and even shares his pre-trial preparation checklist. Through personal anecdotes, John also addresses the fear frequently felt by young lawyers and offers practical advice for persevering.There’s still time to...2023-05-3159 min

Trial Lawyer Nation130 - Malorie Peacock - Keeping Calm Amidst the Chaos: How to Handle Difficult ClientsIf you practice law long enough, you are bound to come across a difficult client. On this episode of Trial Lawyer Nation, Michael and Malorie tackle setting expectations for communication, documenting actions taken in each case, and laying the groundwork early for client satisfaction.The episode also explores the challenges of identifying the source of clients' demands and concerns, and reminds listeners that it is ultimately the client's case and that they have the final say.Additionally, Michael and Malorie discuss the essentials to a successful law practice such as: the importance of keeping promises...2023-05-1547 min

Careers and the Business of LawEp. 6 - Turning the Tables: Tommie Ferriera Interviews David CowenIn this episode, Tommie Ferriera - Head of Legal Operations at Cedar, turns the tables on David to find out how he got started, his top tips on networking and meeting new people, and the books that most influenced him. David provides his top tips on how to get the most out of any conference, including how to approach people, the importance of follow-up, and the benefits of being authentic and building genuine connections. In the final segment, Tommie asks David to share the books that most influenced him. David lists his top picks, including "...2023-05-0225 min

Trial Lawyer Nation129 - Peter Anderson - Powerful Persuasion: Unveiling Peter Anderson's Trial Strategies and Energy SecretsOn this episode of Trial Lawyer Nation, host Michael Cowen is joined by Peter Anderson, a former insurance claims manager, renowned trial lawyer, and founder of the Law Offices of Peter M. Anderson. They discuss Peter's innovative use of simple props and analogies to convey complex medical information to juries, the importance of being calm and prepared in trials, and the challenges of selecting arguments. They also delve into the significance of empathy and respect in depositions, Peter's approach to calculating damages, and the value of self-care in maintaining a successful legal career. Peter shares insights from n...2023-04-3057 min

Careers and the Business of LawEp. 5 - Jerry Bui, Senior Managing Director of FTI- Social Media as Mentorship and The 3 leading a 3 generational workforce.Jerry Bui, Senior Managing Director of FTI- Social Media as Mentorship and Leading a 3 Generational Workforce. How do you lead, coach, and impact a 3 generational workforce? Especially now with such an extensive remote workforce and a variety of hybrids? Jerry and I unpack the power of social media as a new form of mentorship. We also discuss evolving trends in legal technology, the power of AI as an accelerator of careers, and of course, favorite books, podcasts, and what happens after what happens next. Learn more about Jerry Bui at https://www.linkedin.co...2023-04-2537 min

Trial Lawyer Nation128 – Malorie Peacock – Mastering the Art of Case Valuation: Strategies and Insights for Successful NegotiationsIn this week’s episode, Michael Cowen and Malorie Peacock discuss the importance of accurately valuing personal injury and wrongful death cases by considering all relevant factors, such as medical bills, future treatments, and insurance coverage. They recommend lawyers form round table discussions and mastermind groups to share insights and improve their negotiation skills. The hosts also challenge the idea that sending a demand letter appears weak, highlighting its role as a powerful negotiation tool.Episode Highlights [01.11] Accurately valuing personal injury cases: The hosts emphasize the importance of accurately valuing personal injury cases to ensure tha...2023-04-1539 min

Lose Your Life PodcastSimplicity of the SpiritCowen O'Riley(a sinner) talks about the Gospel. Daniel Lesher also makes an appearance in the form of "Cowen's Slow Talking"2023-02-0938 min

Trial Lawyer Nation111 – Malorie Peacock – How To Keep Your Team Running While You’re AwayAs a founder and leading attorney at Cowen Rodriguez Peacock, Michael Cowen has a lot on his plate: he not only drives cases, but he also manages the team, leads meetings, signs checks, and makes sure the financials are in order. It can be hard to imagine what even one day of vacation time would […]The post 111 – Malorie Peacock – How To Keep Your Team Running While You’re Away appeared first on Trial Lawyer Nation.2022-07-3139 min

TD Cowen InsightsAuthenticity and LGBTQ+ Allyship with Macy’s CEO and Cowen’s Co-PresidentRecorded on 05/10/22 Cowen’s Retail, New Platforms, & Luxury Analyst Oliver Chen speaks with Jeff Gennette, Macy’s CEO, and Larry Wieseneck, Co-President of Cowen and Executive Sponsor of Cowen’s OUTperformers, Cowen’s LGBTQ+ Employee Resource Group. This episode is released in conjunction with June Pride month as an effort to bring increased awareness and discussion around allyship, diversity and inclusion, and the current professional environment. This podcast is aimed at helping answer the question “What can I do to make my workplace more inclusive?”. For Disclosures, click here bit.ly/3cPHkNW https://go.t...2022-06-0229 min

Giant Robots Smashing Into Other Giant Robots417: Hume AI with Alan CowenDr. Alan Cowen is the Executive Director of The Hume Initiative, a non-profit dedicated to the responsible advancement of AI with empathy, and CEO of Hume AI, an AI research lab and empathetic AI company that is hoping to pave the way for AI that improves our emotional well-being. Chad talks with Alan about forming clear ethical guidelines around how this technology should be used because there is a problem in that the public is skeptical about whether technology is used for good or bad. The Hume Initiative is intended to lay out what concrete use cases...2022-04-0740 min

Trial Lawyer Nation101 – Laura Pazin Porter – Pushing Forward: The Journey to PartnerIn this episode of the Trial Lawyer Nation podcast, Michael welcomes newly minted partner at Cowen Rodriguez Peacock, Laura Pazin Porter, to the show for the first time to discuss her path to partner. They begin the episode with a look at who Laura is and her career leading up to joining Cowen Rodriguez Peacock […]The post 101 – Laura Pazin Porter – Pushing Forward: The Journey to Partner appeared first on Trial Lawyer Nation.2022-03-0144 min

Trial Lawyer Nation89 – Michael M. Guerra – From Guts to GloryIn this episode of the Trial Lawyer Nation podcast, Michael Cowen sits down with McAllen, TX trial attorney, Michael M. Guerra, to discuss his multiple 7 and 8-figure verdicts & settlements, recent “monster” settlement in a “legally tough case,” and advice on how to achieve verdicts like these in your cases. Cowen and Guerra begin […]The post 89 – Michael M. Guerra – From Guts to Glory appeared first on Trial Lawyer Nation.2021-09-0154 min

TD Cowen InsightsRecapping Cowen’s 6th Annual FutureHealth Conference with Steve BlumenfieldRecorded on 07/07/21 In this episode, Charles Rhyee, Cowen’s Health Care Technology Analyst speaks with Steve Blumenfield, Head of Strategy and Innovation for Health and Benefits North America at Willis Towers Watson. Together they take a look back at this year’s 6th Annual Cowen FutureHealth Conference, held virtually this past June, and discuss the wide range of topics covered during the conference, including behavioral telehealth, chronic care management, women’s health and caregiving, and telehealth. As part of his role at Willis Towers Watson, Steve Blumenfield helps develop high potential new practice areas and curates the digita...2021-07-1936 min

TD Cowen InsightsCowen Insights: COVID-19 Ep 8 | Stimulus & Small Business UpdateRecorded on 03-31-20 Please listen to our discussion with Matt Haller on the IFA’s stimulus request necessary for franchised based business models in the wake of COVID-19’s impact. We also trade notes with Mr. Haller and learn more about the questions on restaurant and hotel operators’ minds – especially drilling down on the Small Business provisions. Moderators: -Chris Krueger, Washington Strategist, Cowen WRG -Jaret Seiberg, Financials Policy Analyst, Cowen WRG -Andrew Charles, CFA Restaurants Analyst, Cowen -Kevin Kopelman, CFA Hotels & Online Travel Analyst, Cowen Guest Speaker: Matthew Haller, Senior VP, Government Relations & Public Affairs, International Franchise Association For Disclosu...2020-06-2341 min

Trial Lawyer Nation44 – Natalie Arledge and Dylan Pearcy – Insights on the 2019 ATAA SymposiumIn this Trial Lawyer Nation podcast, Michael Cowen sits down with two attorneys from Cowen | Rodriguez | Peacock, Natalie Arledge and Dylan Pearcy, for another installment of TLN Table Talk to discuss the questions on the minds of our listeners. Today’s topics focus specifically on the Academy of Truck Accident Attorneys (ATAA) annual symposium […]The post 44 – Natalie Arledge and Dylan Pearcy – Insights on the 2019 ATAA Symposium appeared first on Trial Lawyer Nation.2019-10-1536 min

Trial Lawyer Nation41 – Malorie Peacock – Resources, Doctor Referrals, and Process-based FocusIn this Trial Lawyer Nation podcast, Michael Cowen sits down with Cowen | Rodriguez | Peacock partner, Malorie Peacock, for another TLN Table Talk to answer the questions of our listeners. This episode focuses on resources for trial lawyers, doctor referrals, and the process behind highlighting what’s most important to your case. The first question […]The post 41 – Malorie Peacock – Resources, Doctor Referrals, and Process-based Focus appeared first on Trial Lawyer Nation.2019-09-0142 min

Trial Lawyer Nation37 -Sonia Rodriguez – Caseloads: Quality vs. QuantityIn this Trial Lawyer Nation podcast, Michael Cowen sits down with Cowen | Rodriguez | Peacock partner, Sonia Rodriguez, for another installment of TLN Table Talk to answer the questions of our listeners. This show focuses mainly on questions revolving around caseloads and determining the best approach for your practice. The first question from our […]The post 37 -Sonia Rodriguez – Caseloads: Quality vs. Quantity appeared first on Trial Lawyer Nation.2019-07-011h 02

Trial Lawyer Nation36 – David Ball – Finding the Alignment – Understanding What Jurors WantIn this Trial Lawyer Nation podcast, Michael Cowen sits down with a special guest, Dr. David Ball. David is a trial consultant, speaker, and one of the “fathers” of the book “The Reptile in the MIST.” His name and his books have been mentioned on numerous episodes not only Michael Cowen, but many of our […]The post 36 – David Ball – Finding the Alignment – Understanding What Jurors Want appeared first on Trial Lawyer Nation.2019-06-151h 22

Trial Lawyer Nation34 – Sonia Rodriguez – Hindsight in the PI WorldIn this Trial Lawyer Nation podcast, Michael Cowen sits down with Cowen | Rodriguez | Peacock partner, Sonia Rodriguez, for another installment of TLN Table Talk to answer the questions of our listeners. This episode focuses on advice for our up-and-coming personal injury attorneys on the things we know now and wishes we knew earlier […]The post 34 – Sonia Rodriguez – Hindsight in the PI World appeared first on Trial Lawyer Nation.2019-05-1552 min

Trial Lawyer Nation31 – Malorie Peacock – Proven Techniques for Proving DamagesIn this Trial Lawyer Nation podcast, Michael Cowen sits down with Cowen | Rodriguez | Peacock partner, Malorie Peacock, to answer the questions of our listeners. This show focuses on how to prove your client’s harms and losses at trial. The first listener question is regarding the idea of whether 3X the medical bills is […]The post 31 – Malorie Peacock – Proven Techniques for Proving Damages appeared first on Trial Lawyer Nation.2019-04-011h 10

Trial Lawyer Nation28 – Malorie Peacock – Storytelling in the CourtroomIn this Trial Lawyer Nation podcast, Michael Cowen sits down with Cowen | Rodriguez | Peacock partner, Malorie Peacock, for another installment of TLN Table Talk to answer the questions of our listeners. Today’s topic focuses on storytelling in trial and identifying the “characters” in your case. They begin with the most obvious question on […]The post 28 – Malorie Peacock – Storytelling in the Courtroom appeared first on Trial Lawyer Nation.2019-02-1547 min

Trial Lawyer Nation25 – Sonia Rodriguez – Defeating Defense Medical ExpertsIn this Trial Lawyer Nation podcast, Michael Cowen sits down with Cowen | Rodriguez | Peacock partner, Sonia Rodriguez, for another installment of TLN Table Talk to answer the questions of our listeners. This episode focuses on defense medical “experts,” or as Michael calls them, “paid opinion witnesses.” Michael calls this spade a spade right […]The post 25 – Sonia Rodriguez – Defeating Defense Medical Experts appeared first on Trial Lawyer Nation.2019-01-0141 min

Trial Lawyer Nation24 – Michael Leizerman – The Zen Lawyer: Winning with MindfulnessIn this Trial Lawyer Nation podcast, host Michael Cowen sits down with a brilliant trial lawyer, national speaker/lecturer, and author, Michael Leizerman. Cowen has learned an enormous number of methods and approaches over the years from Leizerman who takes mindfulness to a whole new level in and out of the courtroom. The discussion begins with […]The post 24 – Michael Leizerman – The Zen Lawyer: Winning with Mindfulness appeared first on Trial Lawyer Nation.2018-12-151h 04

Greater Lansing Real Estate PodcastInterested in a Career in Real Estate?Looking to buy in Greater Lansing? Perform a full home search Looking to sell in Greater Lansing? Get a Home Price EvaluationThe team at MacIntyre & Cowen is hiring. If you’ve ever thought about a career in real estate, this is a great opportunity for you. We’re currently looking for two new buyer’s agents who can assist our team with helping buyers find the perfect home.I started this team back in 2005 and even in the worst times, I doubled my business every year. I’ve got a grea...2018-12-1400 min

Trial Lawyer Nation16 – Devin Herz and Delisi Friday – Legal Marketing that Stands OutIn this Trial Lawyer Nation podcast, Michael Cowen sits down with Devin Herz, Chief Creative Consultant and Founder of Dynamic Marketing Consultants (DMC), along with the Marketing Director of Cowen | Rodriguez | Peacock, Delisi Friday. Devin describes his passion for marketing from a very young age as he watched his family build a small […]The post 16 – Devin Herz and Delisi Friday – Legal Marketing that Stands Out appeared first on Trial Lawyer Nation.2018-08-1559 min

Trial Lawyer NationMichael Cowen – Introduction to Trial Lawyer NationMichael Cowen and his guests explore critical topics distinctive to the legal profession – specifically focusing on developing extremely efficient law practices, securing a competitive edge in the industry, and wildly excelling in the courtroom. Podcast Host Michael Cowen is not only a founding attorney at a Texas law firm, but an accomplished author and […]The post Michael Cowen – Introduction to Trial Lawyer Nation appeared first on Trial Lawyer Nation.2018-01-3002 min