Topic
Trial practice
129 published works
Illinois Workers Compensation Law Blog
How I Lost My First Illinois Workers’ Compensation Trial
By Mike Helfand
How to win an Illinois workers compensation trial and lessons from how I lost my very first trial ever.
Unpredictable
More Hearsay and Foundation Objections
By Will Newman
Over five years since my original post about hearsay and foundation objections, I have asserted and responded to these legal objections many times. Many people—lawyers included—imperfectly understand the underlying rules.…
Dear Ethics Lawyer
October 1, 2026 Issue – Ethical Ground Rules for Trial
Q: Dear Ethics Lawyer, I’m getting ready for my first jury trial, and like many lawyers these days I don’t have much actual trial experience. I’m thinking about my opening…
Law Times News
It isn’t unfair to proceed with injury suit though lawyer’s ill: OCA
Ontario Court of Appeal sees no bias in not adjourning trial to accommodate sick counsel
TechLaw Crossroads
Want to Try Cases? It’s Hell. Until You’re Standing at the Lecture
I recently finished reading one of Scott Turow's legal thrillers. As most of you know, Turow is not only an author, but he was also a lawyer, and a trial…
Unpredictable
More Thoughts on Cross Examination at Trial
By Will Newman
More than five years ago, I wrote about cross examination at trial. Since then, I’ve tried more cases and crossed a bunch more witnesses. And so I thought I’d share…
Kogut & Wilson Blog
Kirsten L. Meeder Advances Trial Advocacy Skills with NITA Family Law Program
Kogut & Wilson partner Kirsten L. Meeder attended the National Institute for Trial Advocacy’s (NITA) Family Law Trial Skills program, developing core trial advocacy skills structured around child custody matters.…
Agricultural Law & Rural Practice | Solo Small Firm & General Practice Section
To Build Trial Lawyers, Give Young Attorneys Their Day in Court
Wisconsin, like most states, has a growing shortage of skilled civil trial lawyers, especially in rural areas throughout the state. Jeffrey Muszynski discusses the steps Wisconsin is taking to address…
Missouri Lawyers Media
Commentary: A “Friend” in the Trial Court? Yes
By Staff Report
Listen to this article When lawyers hear “amicus brief,” most think immediately of appellate courts. The concept is familiar in high-profile appeals, when trade associations, advocacy groups, or other organizations…
Fretzin Blog
What Is The Biggest Mistake Lawyers Make In Trial Work
By Steve Fretzin & Brian LaCien Most lawyers think success in the law comes down to skill. And while skill matters, it is not what separates good lawyers from great…