Jury Trial

Mike Karp and Bob Welcenbach

Jury Trial is where the courtroom comes alive. Hosts Mike Karp and Bob Welcenbach take you behind the scenes of real jury trials, sharing war stories, strategies, and the drama that unfolds when the stakes are highest. Whether you’re a lawyer, a law student, or just love the thrill of courtroom battles, this podcast puts you right in the jury box. www.jurytrial.com Brought to you by Trials Lawyers of Wisconsin

Episodes

  1. Opening With Intent

    5d ago

    Opening With Intent

    In this episode, we're joined by Sharif Gray and Gray Broughton of Broughton Injury Law, a veteran-owned plaintiff's firm based in Virginia where every trial lawyer is a former military officer. Known for taking on the cases other firms won't touch, they recently secured a $20 million verdict for a 13-year-old boy abused at a psychiatric residential facility — a case with no economic damages, no traditional experts, and three prior law firm rejections. We dig into the full arc of how that case was built and tried, with a deep focus on opening statement: their four-question framework for case framing, why opening is where trials are won or lost, how focus groups shaped their theory of institutional betrayal, turning bad facts into assets rather than running from them, the team approach to preparation. 📺 Referenced in this episode: Herbert Stern – The Importance of the Opening Statement Learn more at graybroughton.com

    1h 7m
  2. Voice Wins Verdicts

    Mar 3

    Voice Wins Verdicts

    In this episode, we’re joined by Kristi Foster, founder of Foster Voice Studio and a nationally recognized vocal coach for trial attorneys, to break down why delivery can make or break your case. With a background in theater and performance, Kristi now works with high-stakes communicators to help lawyers connect with juries in a way that actually drives verdicts. We dive into how jurors process information, the concept of emotional currency, the difference between teaching and storytelling in opening statement, and why breath control, vocal range, pacing, and intentional pauses are critical tools in trial prep. If you’ve focused heavily on substance but haven’t trained your voice, this conversation will challenge how you think about persuasion in the courtroom. Learn more about Kristi’s work at www.fostervoicestudio.com

    1h 9m
  3. Case Framing and Mindset

    12/02/2025

    Case Framing and Mindset

    In this episode, we're joined by Patrick Kang of Ace Law Group in Las Vegas, NV. Together we break down how case framing, focus groups, and how corporate rep depositions can simplify tough cases and shape what juries truly focus on. He also shares insights from major verdicts that show how mindset and framing drive trial success. www.jurytrial.com contact@jurytrial.com Connect with Patrick Kang. www.acelawgroup.com

    1h 10m
  4. Welcome to The Jury Trial Podcast

    11/25/2025

    Welcome to The Jury Trial Podcast

    Mike Karp and Bob Welcenbach of Trial Lawyers of Wisconsin break down their new podcast. Learn more about their background, their philosophy, and goal of each episode of Jury Trial. www.jurytrial.com Contact@jurytrial.com

    12 min
  5. Introducing: Jury Trial

    Trailer

    Introducing: Jury Trial

    Welcome to the JuryTrial.com Podcast. In this trailer, Hosts Mike Karp and Bob Welcenbach describe their new podcast and what years of experience as personal injury attorneys has taught them. Brought to you by Trial Lawyers of Wisconsin.

    1 min

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Jury Trial is where the courtroom comes alive. Hosts Mike Karp and Bob Welcenbach take you behind the scenes of real jury trials, sharing war stories, strategies, and the drama that unfolds when the stakes are highest. Whether you’re a lawyer, a law student, or just love the thrill of courtroom battles, this podcast puts you right in the jury box. www.jurytrial.com Brought to you by Trials Lawyers of Wisconsin

Information

  • Creator
    Mike Karp and Bob Welcenbach
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    5
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Jury Trial
  • Show Website
    Jury Trial