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Privileged Communications, a Legal Podcast from Phillips Nizer with Scott Piekarsky Scott Piekarsky, Phillips Nizer LLP
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- Education
In Privileged Communications, we bring you into the attorney’s office for a behind the scenes look at the modern legal world. Whether you’re looking for education, advice or just commiseration with colleagues on the complexity of the American legal system, Privileged Communications is right for you.
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Remote Trials - What You Need to Know to Try Cases Remotely in the Time of COVID-19
Scott Piekarsky, Partner at Phillip Snizer, LLP, and a litigator with over 38 years of experience, shares his tips for trying cases remotely in this new pandemic world.
- Do a test run. Have a backup
- Get your meeting ID and passcode in advance
- Know how your documents are going to be shared
- Have backup power and internet sources in case of power outage
- Take steps to avoid coaching
- Check your background
- Get on your Zoom Suit
- Laptops/Desktops will have more features than tablets, tablets more features than smartphones
- Mics, external webcams and headphones can all improve quality, but likely aren’t required for a successful trial
- Position the cameras properly
- Keep pets and kids elsewhere during proceedings
- Remember to disconnect voice assistant devices in the room