Jury Trials

What is the purpose of litigation? For a plaintiff: to force a desired result. For a defendant: to minimize overall outcome and cost, and avoid adverse precedent. Litigation, at its essence, is test of legal force. Lawsuits are usually commenced with the aim of achieving a settlement, but readiness for trial has the greatest influence on the outcome. In order to achieve a desirable settlement, you must be prepared to win. If an acceptable settlement is not achievable, winning the case is an excellent alternative.

What does it take to win? The key is to be represented by lawyers with a mastery of the art, who know how to skillfully weave the tapestry of preparation and tactics into the optimum result attainable under the circumstances. This demands more than just knowledge of the law. It requires years of courtroom experience, specialized training and a natural talent for trial practice.

Mediation & Arbitration

Disputes don't always have to be resolved by a jury. When cases are well prepared, they often terminate in mediation or Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR). Some cases are required by contract or statute to be resolved in arbitration (a binding decision by an arbitrator). The practices of mediation and arbitration differ in some ways from jury trial practice, and we have vast experience in these areas as well.