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Raising the Bar with RebuttalPRTobi Millrood on Storytelling, Authenticity, and Embracing Being UnderestimatedIn this episode of Raising the Bar with RebuttalPR, host Ray DeLorenzi sits down with Tobi Millrood, partner at Kline & Specter and chair of the firm’s Mass Tort Department. A national leader in complex litigation, Tobi has spent 25 years trying high stakes pharmaceutical and medical device cases, including a recent $175 million Roundup verdict in Philadelphia.Tobi talks about growing up as the sixth of seven children, sharpening his debate skills around the dinner table, and performing on stage long before he entered a courtroom. He shares how those early experiences, along with an unexpected path through th...
2025-11-2634 min
Raising the Bar with RebuttalPRPaul Geller on Negotiation, Integrity, and the Pursuit of ImpactIn this episode of Raising the Bar with RebuttalPR, host Ray DeLorenzi sits down with Paul Geller, founding partner of Robbins Geller Rudman & Dowd LLP and one of the country’s most accomplished class action and mass tort litigators. Paul reflects on his early days defending corporations and the moment he realized he was “on the wrong side.” He shares how that realization reshaped his career and how Robbins Geller became a powerhouse firm leading landmark recoveries for investors, consumers, and communities across the nation. They discuss what defines effective advocacy, why many of the best pla...
2025-11-1233 min
Raising the Bar with RebuttalPRKhaldoun Baghdadi on Finding Purpose in the CourtroomIn this episode of Raising the Bar with RebuttalPR, host Ray DeLorenzi sits down with Khaldoun Baghdadi, a partner at Walkup, Melodia, Kelly & Schoenberger and one of California’s most respected trial lawyers.Khaldoun shares how his early years as a first-generation Palestinian American shaped his path to law—and why understanding “how the rules work” drew him toward advocacy. He reflects on his first job out of law school, when working on evictons made him realize he was fighting for the wrong side, and how joining Walkup in 1998 set him on a career-long mission to represent people w...
2025-10-2935 min
Raising the Bar with RebuttalPRRay’s Hot Takes | Volume 2Episode 22 of Raising the Bar with RebuttalPR dives into the headlines—literally. RebuttalPR founder Ray DeLorenzi joins host Hannah Gallagher to share candid takes on where people are actually getting their news today, what counts as “mainstream media,” and why law firms need to understand both local and digital audiences to stay relevant.Ray breaks down why saying “no comment” almost always backfires, how to engage with reporters the right way, and why press release newswires are little more than a money bonfire for law firms. The two also discuss when a firm should take a public stance on po...
2025-10-1532 min
Raising the Bar with RebuttalPRAlex Walsh on Lessons from Both Sides of the CourtroomIn this episode of Raising the Bar with RebuttalPR, host Ray DeLorenzi sits down with Alexandra Walsh, a powerhouse trial attorney who has tried and won cases nationwide. Alex’s career began with clerkships for Judge Merrick Garland and Justice Stephen Breyer, followed by two decades in Big Law defending major corporations in product liability and white-collar cases. After co-founding a successful defense firm, she made the bold decision to cross the aisle, launching Walsh Law in 2021 and ultimately bringing her team to Anapol Weiss.Alex opens up about what it was like to clerk at the U.S...
2025-10-0132 min
Raising the Bar with RebuttalPRCarol C. Villegas and Michael P. Canty on Trial-Ready Securities and Data PrivacyIn this episode of Raising the Bar with RebuttalPR, host Ray DeLorenzi sits down with Carol C. Villegas and Michael P. Canty, Partners at Labaton Keller Sucharow LLP.Carol shares her path from big law to the DA’s office in Staten Island before finding her way to plaintiff-side securities work. Michael recounts his early days as a Nassau County prosecutor, his years at the U.S. Attorney’s Office in Brooklyn, and why his trial-first mindset still drives his approach to securities and privacy cases today.Together, they explain why courtroom experience matters in civi...
2025-09-1748 min
Raising the Bar with RebuttalPRCheryl Pope on Building Stronger Law Firms Through Communication and CultureIn this episode of Raising the Bar with RebuttalPR, host Ray DeLorenzi sits down with organizational effectiveness consultant and executive coach Cheryl Pope, founder of Carlton Human Capital. Drawing on her decades of HR leadership experience at companies like American Airlines, Cheryl now partners with plaintiff law firms nationwide to help them align values, improve accountability, and create healthier workplaces. Cheryl explains why many firm owners unintentionally “outsmart themselves” when opening their practices, how to establish a shared language that keeps teams aligned, and why common sense in communication is often less common than we assume...
2025-09-0332 min
Raising the Bar with RebuttalPRDeepak Gupta on Leveling the Playing Field at the U.S. Supreme CourtIn this episode of Raising the Bar with RebuttalPR, host Ray DeLorenzi sits down with Deepak Gupta, one of the most respected plaintiff-side Supreme Court and appellate advocates in the country. Called “a mainstay of the Supreme Court lectern” and “the go-to advocate” for plaintiffs, Deepak has argued eight cases before the U.S. Supreme Court himself, and aided his colleagues at Gupta Wessler in many more. As a result, the firm has achieved the highest win rate among the Court’s most active practices. Deepak shares how he forged an unconventional path to appellate advocacy, why careful cas...
2025-08-2035 min
Raising the Bar with RebuttalPRBryan Aylstock on Creativity, Collaboration, and the 3M FightIn this episode of Raising the Bar with RebuttalPR, host Ray DeLorenzi sits down with Bryan Aylstock, Founding Partner of Aylstock, Witkin, Kreis & Overholtz, to talk about his 20-year journey building one of the top mass tort firms in the country. Bryan shares how he pivoted from engineering to law, how he got his start during the Fen-Phen litigation, and why he believes creativity and collaboration are essential in mass torts. He unpacks his leadership in the historic 3M earplug case—from taking the first trial to securing a $6 billion settlement—and explains how he and a team of...
2025-08-0632 min
Raising the Bar with RebuttalPRBruce Plaxen on His 40-Year Journey to Becoming AAJ PresidentIn this episode of Raising the Bar with RebuttalPR, host Ray DeLorenzi sits down with Bruce Plaxen, founding partner at Plaxen Adler Muncy and the newly elected 80th president of the American Association for Justice, to talk about his 40-year career in the courtroom, the legislature, and now, the national stage.Bruce shares the story of launching his own law firm at age 26 with no money, no local connections, and a used typewriter — and how he built it into a respected trial firm known for client-first representation. He also opens up about his decades of legislative advocacy in Ma...
2025-07-2327 min
Raising the Bar with RebuttalPRBeth Graham on Building a Mass Tort PowerhouseIn this episode of Raising the Bar with RebuttalPR, host Ray DeLorenzi sits down with Beth Graham, Principal at Grant & Eisenhofer, to discuss her path to becoming one of the top plaintiffs’ lawyers in mass torts and complex litigation.Beth shares what it was like growing up in a working-class neighborhood as the first in her family to go to college and law school, and how she found herself on the defense side early in her career—representing big corporations before realizing her heart was on the other side of the table. She reflects on the turning point...
2025-07-0933 min
Raising the Bar with RebuttalPRRay’s Hot TakesOn Episode 14 of Raising the Bar with RebuttalPR, Ray DeLorenzi steps out of the host chair and into the hot seat. With Director Hannah Gallagher as guest host, the episode dives into the most common marketing mistakes law firms make—from relying on verdict amounts as news to chasing TikTok clout with no strategy. Ray shares his take on where PR actually drives value, what counts as news in 2025, and why authenticity always wins over flash. They talk law firm branding, the role of traditional media, when (and if) SEO matters, and what the “Dragon Lawyer” saga reveals...
2025-06-2529 min
Raising the Bar with RebuttalPRMichelle Simpson Tuegel on Representing Survivors, From Criminal Court to Civil JusticeIn this episode of Raising the Bar with RebuttalPR, host Ray DeLorenzi speaks with Michelle Simpson Tuegel, a nationally recognized advocate for survivors of sexual assault and abuse. Michelle shares her journey from growing up in a family of trial lawyers to working capital murder cases as a young defense attorney—then pivoting to represent plaintiffs in some of the highest-profile abuse cases of the last decade, including the Larry Nassar / USA Gymnasics litigation. Michelle discusses how her athletic background in water skiing shaped her courtroom work ethic, the emotional weight of defending clients facing the death penal...
2025-06-1132 min
Raising the Bar with RebuttalPRAdam Silverstein on Fighting for Plaintiffs’ Rights in Bankruptcy CourtIn this episode of Raising the Bar with RebuttalPR, host Ray DeLorenzi speaks with Adam Silverstein, a key legal strategist at the intersection of mass tort and bankruptcy law. From Johnson & Johnson to 3M, Adam has been on the front lines of some of the most high-profile bankruptcy battles in recent years. He reflects on his journey from corporate litigator to advocate for plaintiffs’ rights in bankruptcy court and explains why understanding bankruptcy is now essential for the plaintiffs' bar. Adam shares courtroom war stories, breaks down the strategic use—and abuse—of bankruptcy protections by large corporati...
2025-05-2833 min
Raising the Bar with RebuttalPRJayne Conroy on The Power of Curiosity in Complex CasesIn this episode of Raising the Bar with RebuttalPR, host Ray DeLorenzi is joined by Jayne Conroy of Simmons Hanly Conroy. Jayne shares her incredible career trajectory, from growing up in a town deeply impacted by toxic waste to working as a defense lawyer before fully transitioning to the plaintiff side. She discusses her pivotal role in landmark cases such as the opioid MDL, her experience leading teams in massive multidistrict litigations, and her personal philosophy on what makes a good trial lawyer. Jayne also talks about how she mentors the next generation of lawyers to chase the...
2025-05-1433 min
Raising the Bar with RebuttalPRSharon McGowan on Leading Public Justice and the Fight for Civil RightsIn this episode of Raising the Bar with RebuttalPR, host Ray DeLorenzi sits down with Sharon McGowan, CEO of Public Justice, to discuss her impactful career advocating for civil justice. From her early days organizing political actions to her leadership of Public Justice, Sharon shares her insights on the importance of fearless trial lawyers, the unique challenges in fighting for marginalized communities, and why private enforcement is crucial for justice. Sharon delves into her journey from political activism to legal advocacy, her role in fighting for civil rights, and how she continues to push forward in today's dif...
2025-04-3038 min
Raising the Bar with RebuttalPRJosh Koskoff on Defying the Odds in High-Profile TrialsIn this episode of Raising the Bar with RebuttalPR, host Ray DeLorenzi sits down with Josh Koskoff of Koskoff Koskoff & Bieder in Connecticut. Josh shares his journey from growing up in a family of renowned trial lawyers to taking on some of the most challenging cases in American legal history, including the historic settlement in the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting litigation against Remington. Josh talks about his early exposure to trial law through his father and grandfather, the impact of a difficult medical malpractice case early in his career, and motivation that gave him the confidence t...
2025-04-1631 min
Raising the Bar with RebuttalPRPamela Gilbert on Four Decades of Consumer AdvocacyIn this episode of Raising the Bar with RebuttalPR, host Ray DeLorenzi speaks with Pamela Gilbert, named partner at Cuneo Gilbert & LaDuca and one of the most respected voices in consumer protection and antitrust law. Pamela reflects on her early days organizing political actions at Tufts, working for Ralph Nader, and earning a spot on President Obama’s transition team after leading the Consumer Product Safety Commission. Pamela shares insights from both inside and outside of government, breaking down how federal rulemaking really works and why change rarely happens overnight. She also discusses the unique model at Cuneo...
2025-04-0231 min
Raising the Bar with RebuttalPRSindhu Daniel on Mass Torts and MentorshipIn this episode of Raising the Bar with RebuttalPR, host Ray DeLorenzi sits down with Sindhu Daniel, a seasoned mass tort attorney who recently joined Scott & Scott. Sindhu shares how her upbringing as a first-generation immigrant shaped her work ethic and inspired her to represent plaintiffs, many of whom face financial and emotional hardships similar to what her own family experienced. Sindhu discusses her path into mass torts, the mentors who shaped her career, and the lessons she now imparts to young attorneys looking to break into the field. She also reflects on her experience leading complex li...
2025-03-1935 min
Raising the Bar with RebuttalPRNavan Ward on Fighting for Justice and Diversifying Leadership in Mass TortsIn this episode of Raising the Bar with RebuttalPR, host Ray DeLorenzi sits down with Navan Ward, a seasoned plaintiffs’ attorney, and nationally recognized leader in mass tort litigation. Navan shares how childhood debates with his sister—and a well-timed push from his mother—set him on the path to becoming a trial lawyer. He discusses breaking into the mass tort world, the challenges of MDL leadership, and how his early experiences in insurance defense shaped his approach to advocacy. Navan also reflects on his tenure as president of the American Association for Justice and his work with Sha...
2025-03-0533 min
Raising the Bar with RebuttalPRJustin Green on His Path from the Cockpit to the CourtroomIn this episode of Raising the Bar with RebuttalPR, host Ray DeLorenzi sits down with Justin Green, an aviation lawyer at Kreindler & Kreindler, to discuss his path from the cockpit to the courtroom. Justin reflects on how his time as a Marine pilot, aviation safety officer, and crash investigator shaped his legal career. He also sheds light on pressing issues in aviation safety, including litigations brought against Boeing, the role of the NTSB, and the importance of zero-tolerance safety standards. Justin shares personal stories, such as surviving a helicopter crash in the Marines and a commercial flight mi...
2025-02-1933 min
Raising the Bar with RebuttalPRChris Seeger on Building a Premier Mass Torts PracticeIn this episode of Raising the Bar with RebuttalPR, host Ray DeLorenzi sits down with Chris Seeger, founding partner at Seeger Weiss, to discuss his remarkable career, including landmark cases like the NFL concussion litigation, opioids, and Vioxx. Chris reflects on his unconventional path to law, from being an amateur boxer in his teens to working as a carpenter, and how the work ethic and resilience he learned early in life led him to build one of the most successful plaintiffs’ firms in the country. The conversation dives into the challenges of breaking into the insular world of...
2025-02-0536 min
Raising the Bar with RebuttalPRAlison Frankel on 37 Years of Legal JournalismIn this episode of Raising the Bar with RebuttalPR, host Ray DeLorenzi speaks with Alison Frankel, a veteran legal journalist who recently retired after 37 years of reporting, including a prolific tenure at Reuters. Alison reflects on her career and discusses the relationships she built on both sides of the “v” and how those relationships shaped her reporting and evolved over time. Alison delves into the evolving role of journalism in the legal world, her experiences engaging with lawyers, judges, and plaintiffs, and the major trends shaping mass torts today. Alison also shares how her early days at Ameri...
2025-01-2236 min
Raising the Bar with RebuttalPRElizabeth Cabraser on the Power of CollaborationIn this episode of Raising the Bar with RebuttalPR, host Ray DeLorenzi is joined by Elizabeth Cabraser, a legendary complex civil litigation attorney and one of the first women ever to lead a multidistrict litigation case.Elizabeth explores her unique career path, from her early interest in research and history to becoming a leader in mass tort litigation. She also reflects on her instrumental role in major litigations, like the Exxon Valdez oil spill, the opioid litigation, and the Volkswagen diesel emissions scandal. She emphasizes the critical role of the civil justice system, the threat posed by...
2025-01-0833 min
Raising the Bar with RebuttalPRLinda Lipsen on Protecting Civil JusticeIn the inaugural episode of Raising the Bar with RebuttalPR, Ray DeLorenzi interviews Linda Lipsen, CEO of the American Association for Justice (AAJ), about her 30-year journey advocating for civil justice and the importance of trial lawyers in protecting people’s rights. Linda reflects on the challenges posed by corporate lobbying, the ongoing threat of immunity legislation, and the crucial role trial lawyers play as the last safety net for those harmed by corporate misconduct. She shares insights into her upbringing in a politically active family, her transition from consumer advocacy to leading AAJ, and the need for all tr...
2024-12-1828 min
Raising the Bar with RebuttalPRIntroducing: Raising the Bar with RebuttalPRRaising the Bar with RebuttalPR is a podcast dedicated to showcasing the voices and stories of the plaintiffs' bar. Each episode features in-depth conversations with industry leaders about their journeys, the challenges they've overcome, and what drives them to the work they do—helping you stay informed and inspired. Mark your calendars—Episode 1 drops December 18th!
2024-12-1300 min
Official Lawyer Minds PodcastNews Media Can Be Your Friend or Your Nightmare: Ray DeLorenzi and RebuttalPRhttps://www.lawyerminds.com/podcast/lawyer-minds-32/Lawyer Minds interviews Ray DeLorenzi from RebuttalPR, a communications firm that helps lawyers navigate the challenges of dealing with media relations when handling high-stakes cases. Ray shares some essential tips on how attorneys should handle interviews with the press and how they can use media relations to connect with the communities and people that care most about their case. Tune in for these must-have tips! Learn more about Ray and RebuttalPR - https://www.rebuttalpr.com/ Visit Lawyer Minds - https://www.lawyerminds.com
2023-05-2321 min