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Trial Lawyer Nation183-Malorie Peacock- The 30-Minute Witness: Keeping Juries EngagedIn this episode of Trial Lawyer Nation, host Michael Cowen sits down with partner, Malorie Peacock to introduce a new trial series focused on effective trial tactics. They discuss the concept of the '30-Minute Witness'—the practice of limiting witness testimonies to 30 minutes or less to maintain jury attention. They emphasize the importance of preparation, simplifying case elements, and using visuals to make testimonies more engaging and persuasive. Michael and Malorie also share tips on handling expert qualifications, video depositions, and using physical objects as demonstratives. This approach aims to keep juries engaged, awake, and entertained to secure fa...
2025-07-1543 minTrial Lawyer Nation182 - Sonia Rodriguez – Winning An $8.5M Verdict After A Client's Phenomenal Recovery From A TBIWhen host Michael Cowen and partner Sonia Rodriguez represented a high-earning tech executive who returned to work after a traumatic brain injury, they leaned on this strategy: “Trust the people that knew her before and after over any paid expert.” Compelling before-and-after stories, strategic witness testimony, and visual evidence helped Michael and Sonia demonstrate real damages—even when their client appeared to have "recovered" on the surface. The jury awarded $8.5 million for their client.Submit questions for the "Ask Michael and Malorie Anything" segment by emailing Michael.Featured GuestName: Sonia RodriguezAbou...
2025-06-3044 minTrial 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 minTrial Lawyer Nation180 - Delisi Friday – Are You Making LinkedIn Work for You?In 2023, an American Bar Association report revealed that 81% of lawyers who use social media use LinkedIn. “That sounds like a huge number, but I guarantee you they don't maximize their use of the platform,” Delisi Friday says to host Michael Cowen. The founder of First Call Friday, Delisi trains lawyers how to get the most out of LinkedIn and other marketing strategies. Tune in for her pro tips, including her coaching Michael, in real time, on how to improve his LinkedIn headline.Michael and Malorie welcome listener questions for a new "Ask Michael and Malorie Anything" feature. To s...
2025-05-3145 min
Courtroom Stories & Tactics | RVA Trial LawyersThe Power of a Healthy Mindset | Michael Cowen (Personal Injury Lawyer)"All you can do is guide and arm your good jurors to go in there and fight for you."Michael Cowen is one of the most respected voices in the personal injury practice area. Over nearly 30 years, he has tried more than 100 cases and built a reputation for being both a skilled trial lawyer and a generous teacher.Michael started his career in corporate law in New York but chose to return home to Texas and fight for injured people—and he’s never looked back. His work gives him purpose, and he’s driv...
2025-05-1645 minTrial 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 minTrial Lawyer Nation178 - David Christensen and Sarah Kime – Nine Minutes of Neglect: A $9.5 Million LessonLike a true crime thriller, the story of a gas station's tragic indifference unfolds as Michigan attorneys David Christensen and Sarah Kime share with host Michael Cowen how they secured a $9.5 million verdict after a clerk refused to call 911 for a stabbing victim. Shocking surveillance footage revealed the underage employee's callousness as the 30-year-old customer bled to death outside the store. Despite having only non-economic damages, the duo's masterful trial preparation—including expert testimony, focus groups, and compelling family witnesses—convinced jurors of the gas station's liability for failing to train the overnight employee.Michael and Malorie welc...
2025-04-3049 minTrial Lawyer Nation177 - Leon Dacbert – Your Firm Has Legal Software. Now What?"We want our technology to create a better experience for clients and employees, not just one more extra task to do every day," says Leon Dacbert, a lawyer and chief technology officer at Begum Law Group. Leon joins host Michael Cowen to share his experience transitioning from server-based case management software to cloud solutions. Drawing from his personal journey of selecting, implementing, and customizing legal software, Leon offers practical guidance on avoiding costly mistakes, ensuring smooth transitions, and using technology to genuinely improve client care rather than simply adding administrative burden.Michael and Malorie welcome listener questions...
2025-04-1525 minTrial 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 minTrial Lawyer Nation175 - Harlan Schillinger – Why Your Marketing Isn't WorkingIn 1977, when attorney advertising became legal through the Bates decision, Harlan Schillinger spotted an opportunity that would pioneer an entire industry. In this episode, the self-described "grandfather of legal marketing" shares insights from his nearly five decades of experience with host Michael Cowen. While emphasizing television's enduring power, Harlan explains how social media and digital strategies have transformed legal marketing, creating both challenges and opportunities. Harlan and Michael explore why authenticity and compassion must remain central to any successful legal marketing approach.Featured GuestName: Harlan SchillingerAbout: Known as the "grandfather of...
2025-03-1551 minTrial Lawyer Nation174 - Amy Hall – Elevating Your Case with Visual Trial StrategyHost Michael Cowen welcomes back visual trial strategist Amy Hall for a discussion about her work helping lawyers connect with juries through visual displays. As she explains, people remember more of what they see than what they just hear – which makes visuals an important tactic in the courtroom. Her strategy focuses on guiding her clients to distill a case so that they display only important points on visual elements like timelines. Michael and Malorie welcome listener questions for a new “Ask Michael and Malorie Anything” feature. To submit a question, email Michael.Featured GuestName...
2025-02-2853 minTrial 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 minTrial 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 minTrial 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 minTrial 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 minTrial 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 minTrial 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 minTrial 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 minTrial 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 minTrial 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 minTrial 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
The Game Changing Attorney Podcast with Michael Mogill301. Michael Cowen — Investing in Legal Excellence: Training, Tools, and Team BuildingImagine the key to your success lies in one simple decision: YES or NO.In this episode of The Game Changing Attorney Podcast, renowned trial attorney Michael Cowen dives deep into the power of strategic refusal and how saying no can unlock immense focus and success in your career. From mastering your craft to turning down million-dollar offers, Michael reveals how focusing on the right cases transformed his firm and his life.Buckle up. You are about to change how you think about growth, success, and the art of...
2024-09-2446 minTrial 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 18Trial 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 minTrial 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
Bad Law Worse FactsBig Rig Justice w Michael CowenWe sat down with Michael Cowen, Partner of Cowen Rodriguez Peacok, author of Big Rig Justice, and host of Trial Lawyer Nation. We spoke about trucking cases and his most recent verdict of $4 million dollars on a tough liability trucking case.
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2024-08-0557 minTrial 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 minTrial 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 minTrial 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 minTrial 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 minTrial 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 minTrial 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 minTrial 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 minTrial 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 minTrial 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 minTrial 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 minTrial 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 minTrial 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 minTrial 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 minTrial 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 minTrial Lawyer Nation146 - Anthony Vessel on Leadership, Empathy, and Professional DevelopmentLawyers aren’t necessarily great business people, or even good law office managers for that matter. That’s because running a business requires a different type of skill set than the practice of law. However, if you have a firm that is run well, you will have more time to be a good lawyer.On this episode of Trial Lawyer Nation, Michael Cowen is joined by Anthony Vessel, a lawyer from Houston, Texas, and a partner at Marc Whitehead & Associates, to talk about how to manage a law firm.Tune in to hear Michael and Anth...
2024-01-1551 minTrial 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 minTrial 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 minTrial 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 minTrial 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 minTrial 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 minTrial 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 minTrial 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 01Trial 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 minTrial Lawyer Nation137 - Michael Leizerman - How Michael Leizerman Won $18 million in a Tough CaseAs a trucking trial lawyer, if you are compassionate, people can walk all over you and you won’t get good results, you need to be both fierce and compassionate. On this episode of Trial Lawyer Nation, Michael Cowen and Michael Leizerman discuss the ins and outs of wrongful death litigation. Leizerman draws on his experience as a truck accident lawyer and shares the strategies he used to win a recent $18 million verdict.He emphasizes the need to have open communication with the victim’s family and draw on their love for the victim. He also...
2023-08-3156 minTrial 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 minTrial 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 01Trial 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 minTrial 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 minTrial 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 minTrial 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 minTrial 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 minTrial 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 minTrial 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 minTrial 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 minTrial Lawyer Nation102 – Michael Leizerman – The Value of Life: Understanding What Was TakenIn this episode of the Trial Lawyer Nation podcast, Michael Cowen sits down with the Zen Lawyer, Michael Leizerman, for his second time on the show. They’ll cover the importance of language in trial, the difference between something being “taken” vs. “lost,” connecting with your client, Leizerman’s upcoming Zen Lawyer workshop, and so much more. […]The post 102 – Michael Leizerman – The Value of Life: Understanding What Was Taken appeared first on Trial Lawyer Nation.
2022-03-151h 02Trial Lawyer Nation96 – Malorie Peacock – Building Your Profitable Law FirmIn this episode of the Trial Lawyer Nation podcast, Michael sits down with one of his favorite guests, his law partner Malorie Peacock, for an episode about the decisions they’ve made over the years to build and run a profitable law firm. “It’s a podcast about actually making money from practicing law.” – Michael Cowen Michael and Malorie […]The post 96 – Malorie Peacock – Building Your Profitable Law Firm appeared first on Trial Lawyer Nation.
2021-12-151h 02Trial 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.
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The Game Changing Attorney Podcast with Michael Mogill70. Michael Cowen — Play to Your Strengths and Unlock Your Firm’s Potential"You need to invest in yourself. There's no better investment you can have than your investment in yourself. I don't care about the stock market or real estate. You are in this profession. You are your most valuable resource." - Michael Cowen
Why does Michael focus more on story than technique in trial?
What’s the best way to only get the types of cases you want?
How is success not as complicated as you think it is?
Why hold out for the settlement you deserve, even when it's hard?
The Winding PathMichael Cowen's jo...
2021-08-1043 minTrial Lawyer Nation70 – Malorie Peacock – The Method: Our 9-Step Process for Evaluating & Working Up A CaseIn this Trial Lawyer Nation podcast, Michael Cowen sits down with his law partner Malorie Peacock for an exciting preview of his upcoming Trial Guides book on trucking law. They’ll cover Michael’s 9-step method for case evaluation and detail each of those steps, so you can start applying them to your own case evaluation process. […]The post 70 – Malorie Peacock – The Method: Our 9-Step Process for Evaluating & Working Up A Case appeared first on Trial Lawyer Nation.
2020-11-151h 21Trial Lawyer Nation69 – David Koechner – Hit Your WHAMMY! The Power of StorytellingIn this Trial Lawyer Nation podcast, Michael Cowen and his Director of Marketing and Business Development Delisi Friday are joined by a VERY unique guest – David Koechner! David is a Hollywood actor and comedian who has starred in over 190 films and TV shows. He is best known for his roles as Todd Packer […]The post 69 – David Koechner – Hit Your WHAMMY! The Power of Storytelling appeared first on Trial Lawyer Nation.
2020-11-011h 16Trial Lawyer Nation54 – Michael O’Neill – Delivering Justice: From UPS Defense Attorney to Plaintiff Trial LawyerIn this Trial Lawyer Nation podcast, Michael Cowen sits down with former defense attorney for UPS and current plaintiff attorney, Michael O’Neill. This show covers an array of topics, including the defense’s advantages in catastrophic injury cases, why O’Neill switched sides of the courtroom (and why it made him such a good plaintiff attorney), what […]The post 54 – Michael O’Neill – Delivering Justice: From UPS Defense Attorney to Plaintiff Trial Lawyer appeared first on Trial Lawyer Nation.
2020-03-151h 03Trial Lawyer Nation53 – Malorie Peacock – The Verdict Is In! Post Trial DiscussionIn this Trial Lawyer Nation podcast, Michael Cowen talks with his law partner Malorie Peacock about their recent jury verdict. (In Episode 51 they discussed trial prep and included how they were preparing for an upcoming trial.) This time they will be discussing their $3,420,000 jury verdict, what worked well, how they overcame the challenges […]The post 53 – Malorie Peacock – The Verdict Is In! Post Trial Discussion appeared first on Trial Lawyer Nation.
2020-03-011h 06Trial Lawyer Nation52 – Karonnie Truzy – Iron Sharpens Iron: How Practicing in a Tough Jurisdiction Makes You A Better LawyerIn this Trial Lawyer Nation podcast, Michael Cowen sits down with attorney Karonnie Truzy from North Carolina. This show covers everything from contributory negligence, to gross negligence, making your case about the company, 1983 civil rights cases, and the simple things attorneys can do to help with diversity and inclusion in our industry. The conversation […]The post 52 – Karonnie Truzy – Iron Sharpens Iron: How Practicing in a Tough Jurisdiction Makes You A Better Lawyer appeared first on Trial Lawyer Nation.
2020-02-151h 05Trial Lawyer Nation51 – Malorie Peacock – Preparing Yourself and Your Case for TrialIn this Trial Lawyer Nation podcast, Michael Cowen talks with his law partner Malorie Peacock to discuss trial prep. Trial prep has been a topic many of our viewers asked to hear more about, so this episode covers everything from file organization, to witness prep, opening and voir dire, visuals, your exhibit list, and the […]The post 51 – Malorie Peacock – Preparing Yourself and Your Case for Trial appeared first on Trial Lawyer Nation.
2020-02-021h 01Trial Lawyer Nation50 – Sari de la Motte – Voir Dire & Opening: Forming The Best Jury PossibleIn this Trial Lawyer Nation podcast, Michael Cowen invites Sari de la Motte back to the show. Sari was one of our top episodes in 2019, so to celebrate 50 episodes and over 100,000 downloads we invited her to be our first returning guest. This show will cover voir dire, opening, the concept of group […]The post 50 – Sari de la Motte – Voir Dire & Opening: Forming The Best Jury Possible appeared first on Trial Lawyer Nation.
2020-01-1557 minTrial Lawyer Nation49 – Malorie Peacock – Applying 2 Seasons of TLN to Your Law PracticeTrial Lawyer Nation is proud to celebrate 2 years of podcast episodes! In this Table Talk episode, Michael Cowen sits down for a conversation with his law partner Malorie Peacock for a discussion about the last two seasons, their favorite takeaways from guests, as well as how this show has helped them create their 2020 […]The post 49 – Malorie Peacock – Applying 2 Seasons of TLN to Your Law Practice appeared first on Trial Lawyer Nation.
2019-12-3139 minTrial Lawyer Nation48 – Andy Young – Driving Change and Verdicts as a Truck Driving LawyerIn this Trial Lawyer Nation podcast, Michael Cowen sits down with Ohio attorney, Andy Young, who like Michael, specializes in trucking cases. Andy’s journey over the past 20 years of practicing law and ultimately specializing in trucking cases started by accident when his hobby for rehabbing trucks, as well as starting a trucking company, turned […]The post 48 – Andy Young – Driving Change and Verdicts as a Truck Driving Lawyer appeared first on Trial Lawyer Nation.
2019-12-1556 minTrial Lawyer Nation47 – Delisi Friday – Analyzing Your Marketing Strategies for the YearIn this Trial Lawyer Nation podcast, Michael Cowen sits down with his in-house Director of Marketing and Business Development, Delisi Friday, for another Table Talk episode. This show focuses specifically on an inside look at what they’re doing to market their law firm, why it’s important to analyze their efforts every year, and how they […]The post 47 – Delisi Friday – Analyzing Your Marketing Strategies for the Year appeared first on Trial Lawyer Nation.
2019-12-0148 minTrial Lawyer Nation46 – Tim Whiting – The Journey of a Trial Lawyer with PerseveranceIn this Trial Lawyer Nation podcast, Michael Cowen sits down with Tim Whiting, of the Whiting Law Group in Chicago, for a conversation exploring the journey which has led to Tim’s outstanding $9M settlement on a recent trucking case. While Tim primarily handles trucking cases in his practice, this wasn’t always the case. Tim’s story […]The post 46 – Tim Whiting – The Journey of a Trial Lawyer with Perseverance appeared first on Trial Lawyer Nation.
2019-11-151h 10Trial Lawyer Nation45 – Peter Kestner – Money and Strategy with “The Janitor”In this Trial Lawyer Nation podcast, Michael Cowen sits down with acclaimed author, speaker, and trucking lawyer, Peter Kestner, for a conversation on going up against insurance companies. Peter’s experience is somewhat unique having started out in the insurance industry working for the second largest trucking insurer in the country, handling truck litigation claims. Then, […]The post 45 – Peter Kestner – Money and Strategy with “The Janitor” appeared first on Trial Lawyer Nation.
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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 minTrial Lawyer Nation43 – Joseph Camerlengo – The Complexity and Rewards of Operating a Specialized Law FirmIn this Trial Lawyer Nation podcast, Michael Cowen sits down with Joe Camerlengo, an extremely successful trucking lawyer from Jacksonville, FL, who is also the outgoing president of the Academy of Truck Accident Attorneys (ATAA), for a deep dive conversation on the specialization of trucking law. Joe’s start as a lawyer began after being a […]The post 43 – Joseph Camerlengo – The Complexity and Rewards of Operating a Specialized Law Firm appeared first on Trial Lawyer Nation.
2019-10-011h 02Trial Lawyer Nation42 – Cynthia Rando – Human Factors: How Space Station Precision Leads to Courtroom ResultsIn this Trial Lawyer Nation podcast, Michael Cowen sits down with Cynthia Rando, a Certified Human Factors Professional who also operates as an expert witness on human factors in the courtroom. Knowing she always wanted to run her own business, Cynthia started her career at NASA Johnson Space Center in Houston, Texas as a human […]The post 42 – Cynthia Rando – Human Factors: How Space Station Precision Leads to Courtroom Results appeared first on Trial Lawyer Nation.
2019-09-1533 minTrial 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 minTrial Lawyer Nation40 – Ken Levinson – Focus Groups and MetaphorsIn this Trial Lawyer Nation podcast, Michael Cowen sits down with Ken Levinson, a successful trial attorney who is also very active with his trial consultant focus group practice, for a discussion on how his unique practice is getting big results in the courtroom. Ken selfishly loves his “split practice” primarily because of its process […]The post 40 – Ken Levinson – Focus Groups and Metaphors appeared first on Trial Lawyer Nation.
2019-08-1552 minTrial Lawyer Nation39 – Sari de la Motte – What we Tell Jurors Without Saying a WordIn this Trial Lawyer Nation podcast, Michael Cowen sits down with presentation coach, speaker, and trial consultant, Sari de la Motte, for a conversation on nonverbal communication. With two advanced degrees in music, and having started out initially teaching teachers how to get better results in their classrooms, Sari has transitioned her skills to working […]The post 39 – Sari de la Motte – What we Tell Jurors Without Saying a Word appeared first on Trial Lawyer Nation.
2019-08-011h 15Trial Lawyer Nation38 – Wayne Pollock – The Court of Public OpinionIn this Trial Lawyer Nation podcast, Michael Cowen sits down with attorney and founder of Copo Strategies, Wayne Pollock, for an in-depth discussion on the court of public opinion [copo] and how it can affect your clients, cases, firm, and reputation. Having graduated college and working in public relations for a PR firm for about […]The post 38 – Wayne Pollock – The Court of Public Opinion appeared first on Trial Lawyer Nation.
2019-07-151h 07Trial 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 02Trial 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 22Trial Lawyer Nation35 – R. Rex Parris – Cognitive Science and the Persuasion of JurorsIn this Trial Lawyer Nation podcast, Michael Cowen sits down an accomplished trial lawyer, speaker, and Mayor of Lancaster, CA, R. Rex Parris, for a conversation revolving around the intersection of cognitive science and the persuasion of jurors. Having acquired his knowledge over the course of his career, Rex has been able to leverage his […]The post 35 – R. Rex Parris – Cognitive Science and the Persuasion of Jurors appeared first on Trial Lawyer Nation.
2019-06-011h 33Trial 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 minTrial Lawyer Nation33 – Julian C. Gomez – Autonomous Vehicles: People v. MachinesIn this Trial Lawyer Nation podcast, Michael Cowen sits down with automotive products liability attorney, Julian C. Gomez, to discuss his expertise on product cases, specifically dealing with autonomous vehicles (AKA: Robot Cars). Most attorneys can relate, but the gist of every other talk Michael has ever heard on this topic, before Julian’s, was that […]The post 33 – Julian C. Gomez – Autonomous Vehicles: People v. Machines appeared first on Trial Lawyer Nation.
2019-05-011h 03Trial Lawyer Nation32 – Jim Adler – Building a Firm on ReputationIn this Trial Lawyer Nation podcast, Michael Cowen sits down with prominent Texas attorney, Jim Adler, AKA “The Texas Hammer,” for a discussion on building a law practice on a solid reputation. Running an efficient law firm that has allowed him the ability to spend quality time with his large family (4 kids and 9 […]The post 32 – Jim Adler – Building a Firm on Reputation appeared first on Trial Lawyer Nation.
2019-04-151h 26Trial 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 10Trial Lawyer Nation30 – Mark Kosieradzki – Galvanizing DepositionsMark Kosieradzki – Galvanizing Depositions In this Trial Lawyer Nation podcast, Michael Cowen sits down with well-known attorney, author of 30(b)(6) Deposing Corporations, Organizations & the Government and Deposition Obstruction: Breaking Through, and long-time presenter at countless legal events, Mark Kosieradzki. This is the best legal podcast for new lawyers. Mark recalls growing up with […]The post 30 – Mark Kosieradzki – Galvanizing Depositions appeared first on Trial Lawyer Nation.
2019-03-1553 minTrial Lawyer Nation29 – Keith Mitnik – Thoughtful Prep for Winning CasesIn this Trial Lawyer Nation podcast, Michael Cowen sits down with renowned attorney, host of the Mitnik’s Monthly Brushstrokes podcast, and author of “Don’t Eat the Bruises – How to Foil Their Plans to Spoil Your Case” published by Trial Guides. With a $90M verdict, ten 8-figure verdicts, and a ton of 7-figure verdicts under […]The post 29 – Keith Mitnik – Thoughtful Prep for Winning Cases appeared first on Trial Lawyer Nation.
2019-03-011h 32Trial 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 minTrial Lawyer Nation27 – Michael Mogill – Becoming the Obvious Choice in Your MarketIn this Trial Lawyer Nation podcast, Michael Cowen sits down with author of The Game Changing Attorney – How to Land the BEST CASES, STAND OUT from Your Competition, and Become the OBVIOUS CHOICE IN YOUR MARKET, and legal marketing expert, Michael Mogill, for a discussion on how he’s helping law firms drive meaningful results. […]The post 27 – Michael Mogill – Becoming the Obvious Choice in Your Market appeared first on Trial Lawyer Nation.
2019-02-0154 minTrial 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 minTrial 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 04Trial Lawyer Nation22 – Paul Byrd – Understanding Conservative JurorsIn this Trial Lawyer Nation podcast, Michael Cowen sits down with author, speaker, and seasoned trial lawyer, Paul Byrd from Arkansas for a deep dive into the minds of conservatives and what we can do to better communicate with them on juries. Kicking things right off, Michael and Paul agree that the likelihood of having […]The post 22 – Paul Byrd – Understanding Conservative Jurors appeared first on Trial Lawyer Nation.
2018-11-151h 00Trial Lawyer Nation20 – Alexander Begum – A Practice Built by The Law GiantIn this Trial Lawyer Nation podcast, Michael Cowen sits down with founding shareholder of the Begum Law Group LLC, Alexander Begum, who has offices in San Antonio, Brownsville, Laredo and McAllen. Alex admits early on in his conversation with Michael that he didn’t originally know he wanted to be a lawyer. He didn’t have any […]The post 20 – Alexander Begum – A Practice Built by The Law Giant appeared first on Trial Lawyer Nation.
2018-10-1548 minTrial 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 minTrial 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.
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