
How Do Litigators Build the Perfect Jury in a Polarized World?
01/07/25 • 31 min
What makes a jury work—and what earns their trust?
Dive into the nuanced world of jury selection with Epstein Becker Green attorneys Eric Neiman, Teddy McCormick, and Jonathan Brollier. This episode unpacks the art of voir dire, blending centuries-old practices with innovative tools such as artificial intelligence-driven analytics. Along the way, they tackle how to identify bias, manage polarization, and create a fair but effective jury pool in an era of societal change.
From high-stakes civil trials to the finer points of building rapport with jurors, discover how modern litigators balance strategy with ethics to shape the courtroom narrative. Whether you’re a seasoned litigator or just curious about the inside workings of jury trials, this discussion offers fresh perspectives and practical advice for excelling in the courtroom.
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This podcast is presented by Epstein Becker & Green, P.C. All rights are reserved. This audio recording includes information about legal issues and legal developments. Such materials are for informational purposes only and may not reflect the most current legal developments. These informational materials are not intended, and should not be taken, as legal advice on any particular set of facts or circumstances, and these materials are not a substitute for the advice of competent counsel. The content reflects the personal views and opinions of the participants. No attorney-client relationship has been created by this audio recording. This audio recording may be considered attorney advertising in some jurisdictions under the applicable law and ethical rules. The determination of the need for legal services and the choice of a lawyer are extremely important decisions and should not be based solely upon advertisements or self-proclaimed expertise. No representation is made that the quality of the legal services to be performed is greater than the quality of legal services performed by other lawyers.
What makes a jury work—and what earns their trust?
Dive into the nuanced world of jury selection with Epstein Becker Green attorneys Eric Neiman, Teddy McCormick, and Jonathan Brollier. This episode unpacks the art of voir dire, blending centuries-old practices with innovative tools such as artificial intelligence-driven analytics. Along the way, they tackle how to identify bias, manage polarization, and create a fair but effective jury pool in an era of societal change.
From high-stakes civil trials to the finer points of building rapport with jurors, discover how modern litigators balance strategy with ethics to shape the courtroom narrative. Whether you’re a seasoned litigator or just curious about the inside workings of jury trials, this discussion offers fresh perspectives and practical advice for excelling in the courtroom.
Visit our site for related resources and email contact information: https://www.ebglaw.com/split13
Subscribe for email notifications: https://www.ebglaw.com/subscribe.
Visit http://speakingoflitigation.com.
This podcast is presented by Epstein Becker & Green, P.C. All rights are reserved. This audio recording includes information about legal issues and legal developments. Such materials are for informational purposes only and may not reflect the most current legal developments. These informational materials are not intended, and should not be taken, as legal advice on any particular set of facts or circumstances, and these materials are not a substitute for the advice of competent counsel. The content reflects the personal views and opinions of the participants. No attorney-client relationship has been created by this audio recording. This audio recording may be considered attorney advertising in some jurisdictions under the applicable law and ethical rules. The determination of the need for legal services and the choice of a lawyer are extremely important decisions and should not be based solely upon advertisements or self-proclaimed expertise. No representation is made that the quality of the legal services to be performed is greater than the quality of legal services performed by other lawyers.
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This podcast is presented by Epstein Becker & Green, P.C. All rights are reserved. This audio recording includes information about legal issues and legal developments. Such materials are for informational purposes only and may not reflect the most current legal developments. These informational materials are not intended, and should not be taken, as legal advice on any particular set of facts or circumstances, and these materials are not a substitute for the advice of competent counsel. The content reflects the personal views and opinions of the participants. No attorney-client relationship has been created by this audio recording. This audio recording may be considered attorney advertising in some jurisdictions under the applicable law and ethical rules. The determination of the need for legal services and the choice of a lawyer are extremely important decisions and should not be based solely upon advertisements or self-proclaimed expertise. No representation is made that the quality of the legal services to be performed is greater than the quality of legal services performed by other lawyers.
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