Best Practices with Kenny Berger

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Best Practices with Kenny Berger

Best Practices is a legal podcast where South Carolina attorney, Kenneth Berger, interviews trial lawyers from around the country with regard to aspects of their practice that have helped them reach the top of the field. Tune in every other week for interviews covering everything from case selection to closing argument.

  1. 12/18/2024

    Beyond the Obvious: Finding Additional Defendants in Auto Cases | Attorney Alan Hamilton | S4 Ep. 19

    In the final episode of Season 4 of Best Practices with Kenny Berger, attorney Alan Hamilton of Shiver Hamilton Campbell dives into the strategies required to identify additional claims in catastrophic auto cases, proving that success often lies in looking beyond the obvious defendants and digging deeper into the facts.Listeners will learn how to uncover hidden avenues of liability, from vehicle defects and maintenance failures to construction zone conditions and DOT oversights. Alan highligh...

    52 min

  2. 12/04/2024

    Visual Storytelling in Trial | Attorney Zoe Littlepage | S4 Ep. 18

    In this episode of Best Practices with Kenny Berger, renowned trial attorney Zoe Littlepage shares her expertise on the power of visual storytelling in the courtroom. Zoe highlights how effective visuals can engage modern jurors and how meticulous preparation can make or break a trial presentation.Zoe explains how to use visuals strategically throughout a trial, from opening statements to closing arguments, and even in cross-examinations. You'll also learn how specific techniques can enhance ...

    52 min

  3. 11/20/2024

    Mastering Cross-Examination Essentials | Attorney Dan Ambrose | S4 Ep. 17

    In this episode of Best Practices with Kenny Berger, we’re joined by Dan Ambrose, founder of Trial Lawyers University (TLU), to discuss the techniques and strategies that make cross-examination highly effective. Listeners will discover key cross-examination skills such as looping, pacing, and glance control. Dan also explains how strategic use of visual aids can reinforce key points and how eliminating filler words boosts clarity and confidence during trial.Beyond techniques, Dan highlig...

    54 min

  4. 11/06/2024

    Trauma-Informed Lawyering: Representing Clients with PTSD | Dr. Dawn Sheehan | S4 Ep. 16

    In this episode of Best Practices with Kenny Berger, we are joined by Dr. Dawn Sheehan, a clinical and forensic psychologist, to discuss the role of trauma-informed practices in the legal field. Dr. Sheehan shares her expertise on understanding and supporting clients affected by trauma and PTSD, offering valuable insights for attorneys who want to approach these cases with sensitivity and effectiveness.Dr. Sheehan breaks down the impact that trauma and PTSD can have on clients’ lives, includi...

    43 min

  5. 10/23/2024

    An Honest Approach to Jury Selection | Attorney Tom Grillo | S4 Ep. 15

    Trial lawyer Tom Grillo joins host Kenny Berger to share his insights on one of the most crucial aspects of trial work: jury selection. Tom offers real-world advice on how to build authentic relationships with jurors, address tough case facts head-on, and remain genuine during the entire process.Listeners will learn: Why it’s essential to allow jurors to speak openly, even about sensitive topicsHow to create a trusting atmosphere and shape a more impartial panelHow personal connections c...

    51 min

  6. 10/02/2024

    Sequencing and Storytelling: Strategies Behind a $10M Victory | Attorney David Holt | S4 Ep. 14

    In this episode of Best Practices with Kenny Berger, trial attorney David Holt of Smith Law Center in Hampton, VA, joins us to share the story behind his $10 million verdict in a traumatic brain injury (TBI) case in Muskogee, Oklahoma.Holt's client, a factory worker, sustained a mild TBI after a factory explosion at a Georgia Pacific plant. Despite no visible imaging evidence, Holt masterfully focused on telling the human story—highlighting the profound impact the injury had on his client’s l...

    1h 5m

  7. 09/18/2024

    $857M Verdict: Strategies Behind a High-Stakes Trial Victory | Attorney Keith Bruno | S4 Ep. 13

    In this episode of Best Practices with Kenny Berger, we sit down with Keith Bruno of Bruno Nalu and Trial Lawyers for Justice to explore the journey behind his record-setting $857 million verdict against Monsanto. Keith opens up about the intense preparation, strategic adjustments, and teamwork that were crucial to achieving this monumental outcome in a challenging PCB exposure case involving a Seattle school.In this episode, you will gain insight into:How Keith adjusted his typically aggress...

    58 min

  8. 09/04/2024

    Mastering Mediation: Strategies for Success | Attorney Marc Harwell | S4 Ep. 12

    In this episode of Best Practices with Kenny Berger, Kenny is joined by seasoned mediator Marc Harwell to dive into mastering mediation from the mediator’s perspective. With over 35 years of experience in civil defense and a dedicated focus on mediation since 2014, Marc shares insights into what it takes to achieve successful outcomes in complex cases, including:Effective communication well in advance with your adversary, mediator, and clientMaintaining credibility and being a voice of reason...

    50 min
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Best Practices is a legal podcast where South Carolina attorney, Kenneth Berger, interviews trial lawyers from around the country with regard to aspects of their practice that have helped them reach the top of the field. Tune in every other week for interviews covering everything from case selection to closing argument.

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  • Creator
    Kenneth Berger
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2024
  • Episodes
    72
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    Explicit
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    © 2024 Best Practices with Kenny Berger
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