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IMS Legal Strategies

IMS Legal Strategies delivers consultative trial and expert services for the most influential attorneys and global firms. Each episode features timely discussions with prominent guests including Big Law leaders and litigators, in-house counsel, top experts, trial consultants, jury researchers, legal industry reporters, and the most influential voices in the litigation community. We delve into the pressing issues, latest trends, and notable cases at the intersection of innovation, law, policy, tech, and business. More at imslegal.com.

  1. 17 СЕНТ.

    The Impact of Vocational Experts in Injury-Related Litigation | Episode 82

    In this IMS Insights Podcast, Senior Jury Consulting Advisor Chris Dominic is joined by Lead Life Care Planning and Vocational Expert Kacy Turner, MS, CRC, CVE, CLCP, to discuss the valuable role vocational experts play in traumatic injury litigation. Kacy explains how vocational assessments, through testing, transferable skills analysis, and rehabilitation planning, help attorneys, juries, and judges understand an injured individual’s employability and earning capacity—both past and future.    Kacy also highlights why hands-on job placement experience and recognized credentials are essential for credibility in court, and how collaboration with economists and life care planners strengthens damages analyses. With IMS’s integrated team of specialized experts, plaintiff and defense clients can benefit from comprehensive vocational assessments, life care plans, economic reports, and rebuttals that provide clarity and confidence in injury-related cases.  Watch the original LinkedIn Live recording here: https://www.linkedin.com/events/imselevate-theimpactofvocationa7365729687089664001/theater/   Learn more about Kacy’s expertise: https://imslegal.com/team/kacy-turner   Learn more about host Chris Dominic: https://imslegal.com/team/chris-dominic   Contact Us: https://imslegal.com/contact  IMS has delivered strategic litigation consulting and expert witness services to leading global law firms and Fortune 500 companies for more than 30 years, in more than 45,000 cases. IMS consultants become an extension of your legal team from pre-suit investigation services to discovery and then on to arbitration and trial. Learn more at imslegal.com.

    10 мин.
  2. 20 АВГ.

    Persuasive Strategies for High-Stakes Litigation Success | Episode 80

    How do elite trial teams transform complex legal disputes into courtroom strategies that resonate with decision-makers? In this episode, IMS Senior Jury Consulting Advisor Chris Dominic is joined by Jason Barnes, IMS Senior Strategy Advisor (Emeritus), to discuss the tactical frameworks and techniques behind successful litigation strategy.   Drawing from more than three decades of experience, Jason shares insights into:  Why early case strategy is critical, and why waiting until discovery can be costly How to simplify complex technical information through visual advocacy and demonstratives Real-world examples from high-stakes IP, antitrust, and white-collar cases Collaborating with expert witnesses to deliver testimony that resonates across audiences Using tactile tools like 3D-printed models to create a lasting impact in the courtroom Whether you are a litigator, trial consultant, or in-house counsel, this conversation presents actionable strategies to sharpen case narratives and enhance trial outcomes.  Find the original LinkedIn Live recording here.  Read about Jason’s expertise: https://imslegal.com/team/jason-barnes  Meet our host, Chris Dominic: https://imslegal.com/team/chris-dominic   Explore our litigation consulting services: https://imslegal.com/services/litigation-consulting   Contact IMS today: https://imslegal.com/contact   IMS has delivered strategic litigation consulting and expert witness services to leading global law firms and Fortune 500 companies for more than 30 years, in more than 45,000 cases. IMS consultants become an extension of your legal team from pre-suit investigation services to discovery and then on to arbitration and trial. Learn more at imslegal.com.

    16 мин.
  3. 6 АВГ.

    How Anti-Corporate Sentiment Is Reshaping Jury Trials | Episode 79

    With skepticism toward corporations at an all-time high, defense teams face new hurdles in the courtroom. In this IMS Ignite Podcast episode, Senior Jury Consulting Advisor Chris Dominic is joined by Jury Consulting Advisor Keith Pounds, PhD, to explore how anti-corporate sentiment is reshaping modern jury trials and what litigators can do about it.  Together, Chris and Keith dive into:  Storytelling tactics that resonate with today’s juries The value of early visual advocacy to shape discovery Proactive witness preparation that avoids common plaintiff traps How corporate defendants are introduced in courts Why starting with a polished “corporate commercial” might backfire If you are a trial attorney or general counsel working with corporate defendants, listen now to learn how to shift the corporate narrative and courtroom dynamics in your next case.  Find the original LinkedIn Live here.  Learn more about Keith’s expertise: https://imslegal.com/team/keith-c-pounds-phd  Meet our host, Chris Dominic: https://imslegal.com/team/chris-dominic    Explore our litigation consulting services: https://imslegal.com/services/litigation-consulting    Contact IMS today: https://imslegal.com/contact  IMS has delivered strategic litigation consulting and expert witness services to leading global law firms and Fortune 500 companies for more than 30 years, in more than 45,000 cases. IMS consultants become an extension of your legal team from pre-suit investigation services to discovery and then on to arbitration and trial. Learn more at imslegal.com.

    12 мин.
  4. 23 ИЮЛ.

    Effective Strategies for Daubert/Robinson Challenges | Episode 78

    This IMS Insights Podcast episode explores Texas Rule of Evidence 702 and the high-stakes world of expert witness admissibility with veteran trial attorney Larry Cotten of Cotten Schmidt. As the first Texas litigator to successfully challenge an expert under the landmark Daubert/Robinson standard, Larry provides strategic insights on effectively preparing, defending, or challenging expert witnesses, including tips for using visuals to strengthen your argument.  Hosted by IMS Senior Jury Consulting Advisor Chris Dominic, this conversation provides practical guidance for plaintiff and defense attorneys, drawn from the landmark Texas Supreme Court case DuPont v. Robinson. Larry and Chris unpack the crucial role judges, juries, and venues play in Daubert hearings, making this a must-listen for litigators looking to sharpen their trial strategy.  Find the original LinkedIn Live recording here.  Read about Larry’s expertise: Larry E. Cotten | Cotten Schmidt  Meet our host, Chris Dominic: https://imslegal.com/team/chris-dominic   Explore our litigation consulting services: https://imslegal.com/services/litigation-consulting   Contact IMS today: https://imslegal.com/contact  IMS has delivered strategic litigation consulting and expert witness services to leading global law firms and Fortune 500 companies for more than 30 years, in more than 45,000 cases. IMS consultants become an extension of your legal team from pre-suit investigation services to discovery and then on to arbitration and trial. Learn more at imslegal.com.

    13 мин.
  5. 9 ИЮЛ.

    Mastering the Courtroom and Beyond | Episode 77

    Craig A. Thompson is a partner at Venable LLP and a nationally recognized trial attorney known for his commanding courtroom presence and distinguished service across law, politics, and public leadership. In this IMS Insights Podcast episode, he joins IMS Senior Jury Consulting Advisor Chris Dominic for a compelling conversation on strategic advocacy in high-stakes litigation. Craig shares candid lessons from his decades-long career, including:  What it takes to succeed in complex jury trials How leadership outside the courtroom sharpens legal strategy Proven techniques for connecting with jurors under pressure Defining moments that shaped his legal and public service journey Whether preparing for trial or looking to elevate your leadership approach, this discussion delivers real-world insights from one of the litigation industry's most respected voices.  Watch the recorded conversation on LinkedIn and follow us for future livestreams: @IMSLegalStrategies.  Read about Craig’s background: https://www.venable.com/professionals/t/craig-a-thompson  Meet our host, Chris Dominic: https://imslegal.com/team/chris-dominic   Explore our litigation consulting services: https://imslegal.com/services/litigation-consulting   Contact IMS today: https://imslegal.com/contact  IMS has delivered strategic litigation consulting and expert witness services to leading global law firms and Fortune 500 companies for more than 30 years, in more than 45,000 cases. IMS consultants become an extension of your legal team from pre-suit investigation services to discovery and then on to arbitration and trial. Learn more at imslegal.com.

    17 мин.

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IMS Legal Strategies delivers consultative trial and expert services for the most influential attorneys and global firms. Each episode features timely discussions with prominent guests including Big Law leaders and litigators, in-house counsel, top experts, trial consultants, jury researchers, legal industry reporters, and the most influential voices in the litigation community. We delve into the pressing issues, latest trends, and notable cases at the intersection of innovation, law, policy, tech, and business. More at imslegal.com.