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Courtroom Stories & Tactics

Sharif L. Gray and Nael A. Abouzaki
Personal Injury Law
Trial Law
Trial Strategy
Jury Selection
Trial Advocacy
Trial Lawyers
Criminal Justice
Virginia
Kenny Berger
Victim Rights
Mental Health
Criminal Defense
Legal Accountability
Civil Rights
Emotional Response
South Carolina
Myrtle Beach
Courtroom Techniques
Legal Education
Virginia Law

Trial lawyers do not become great overnight. It takes persistence, a relentless work ethic, a willingness to learn from mistakes, a burning passion for the craft, an authentic self, and the courage and vulnerability to enter the arena time and again.

Those who become great trial lawyers also become great people. Through their work, they grapple with the realities of the human condition and in the... more

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Trial lawyer Michael Karp talks about how focus groups reshaped his case preparation and trial strategy. Michael and Sharif Gray examine a difficult slip-and-fall case that resulted in a $12 million award, and why Mike now uses focus groups to evalua... more

What if you were confident that a $350K settlement could become a $9 million verdict, because you could predict that number before the trial?

Connecticut trial lawyer Andrew Garza reveals how big data turned a difficult premises liability case into ... more

There are times when contributory negligence laws can become a gift to the plaintiff.

You need to recognize the signs and, of course, have a strong case, but if the facts are there, the defense's own arguments can help shape your win.

Ben Rand's fi... more

Isn't it remarkable how there are certain types of cases that necessitate entire practice areas in law? Inevitably, these are cases that involve some mixture of abuse, neglect, exploitation, or all of the above. And sadly, nursing home abuse is one o... more

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Andrew Garza
Personal injury trial attorney based in Connecticut
Claggett & Rowley (CT)
Episode: How Using Big Data Turned a Potential $350K Settlement Into a $9m Verdict | Andrew Garza (Personal Injury Lawyer)
Ben Rand
Experienced Richmond civil litigator and trial attorney
RVA Trial Lawyers
Episode: Trial Breakdown: $1,500,000 Verdict | Ben Rand + Sharif Gray
Kristen Lojewski
Nursing home abuse and neglect attorney
Lowesky Abuse and Injury Law
Episode: Why “They Were Going to Die Anyway” is Unacceptable | Kristen Lojewski (Nursing Home Abuse Lawyer)
David Holt
Managing partner at Smith Law Center; brain injury trial lawyer
Smith Law Center
Episode: Reinvent Yourself in Personal Injury Law | David Holt (Personal Injury Lawyer)
Shea Gibbons
Former federal prosecutor turned guest host and PI advocate
Federal prosecutor to PI practitioner
Episode: Reinvent Yourself in Personal Injury Law | David Holt (Personal Injury Lawyer)
Jim Neale
Special guest, trial lawyer and mediator
McCammon Group
Episode: Secure the First Impression or Fall Behind | Jim Neale (Civil Trial Lawyer & Mediator)
Matthew Mikula
Native of Richmond, Virginia; attorney with a collections practice; former prosecutor background in criminal defense
Gordon Dotson & Gordon Rowlett; own collections practice in Virginia
Episode: The Calculated Risks Successful Lawyers Take | Matthew Mikula (Collections Lawyer)
Barbara Mardigian
Professional with JLAB involvement and wellness advocacy
JLAB; Virginia Supreme Court Wellness Initiative
Episode: Practicing Law is the Number One Most Stressful Profession | Barbara Mardigian & Hetal Challa (Wellness Specialists)
Hetal Challa
Wellness Coordinator at the Supreme Court of Virginia
Office of the Executive Secretary, Supreme Court of Virginia
Episode: Practicing Law is the Number One Most Stressful Profession | Barbara Mardigian & Hetal Challa (Wellness Specialists)

Hosts

Sharif Gray
Host of Courtroom Stories & Tactics; RVA Trial Lawyers
Nael Abouzaki
Co-host of Courtroom Stories & Tactics; RVA Trial Lawyers

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4.3 out of 5 stars from 35 ratings
  • Actually worth-while litigation insights

    This is a safe space for the rare and elite trial attorneys who take their role as an advocate seriously (if not spiritually) and are still actually authentically getting into the arena to advocate people no matter what it costs them. I don’t know how this team makes the time to produce such valuable content with all of the work they are churning out, but tremendously grateful for this contribution to the profession

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Symone Danielle
    United States6 months ago
  • Great Podcast!!

    Love listening to this on my drive!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    slamduncn
    United States4 years ago
  • Great Theater, Credibility and Hard Work

    An excellent podcast with guests who are experts in their field. Wonderful to hear that “Great theater” is still important for an attorney to capture the hearts and minds of the jury! Establishing credibility is critical for a trial attorney: prosecutors and defense. Greatly appreciated Craig Cooley’s podcast and brought tears of admiration listening to him and his incredible humility. Hard work greatly emphasized by John Shea podcast and the key to a successful career. Loved the quote he mentio... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    EGok!
    United States4 years ago
  • Excited for this podcast

    As a Richmond business owner that serves the legal community with consulting and expert witness services this is an exciting collaboration. Let me know when you need a speaker for Digital Forensics and any other support my firm can provide.

    Patrick Eller

    Metadata Forensics, LLC

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MD4N6
    United States4 years ago

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Excellent resource for trial attorneys; guests are experts in their fields.
Hosts prepare thoroughly and bring credible, well-researched content.
A safe space for elite trial attorneys who take advocacy seriously and enter the arena.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Trial Breakdown: $1,500,000 Verdict | Ben Rand + Sharif Gray
Q: How did the defense's expert strategy influence the trial, and what countermeasures did the plaintiffs employ?
The defense used an Ohio-based medical coder to challenge the bills, which the plaintiffs countered by introducing their own testifying expert, focusing on the biases and qualifications of the defense expert, and employing negative-space cross-examination to show lack of foundation in the defense's arguments.
Reinvent Yourself in Personal Injury Law | David Holt (Personal Injury Lawyer)
Q: What drew you to personal injury after a career in prosecution?
David Holt explains the transition as a natural extension of protecting the little guy and pursuing justice, with personal motivation from prior roles and a belief in making a direct impact on victims' lives.
Better Health Equals Better Results | Samuel Johnston (Health + Performance Coach)
Q: How do you approach purity and safety when using peptides with clients?
Choose high-purity products with third-party certificates of analysis, preferably 99%+ pure, sourced from reputable suppliers, and start with the minimum effective dose, cycling protocols as needed to avoid long-term exposure.
Better Health Equals Better Results | Samuel Johnston (Health + Performance Coach)
Q: What is the base of the nutrition hierarchy you teach?
The base is calorie balance; you must be in a calorie deficit to lose weight, but it should be a sustainable reduction (~10-20%), combined with balanced macronutrient distribution and a strong focus on protein for satiety and maintenance of lean mass.
How to Truly Advocate for Victims of Crime | Renée Williams​ (Victim Advocate)
Q: For those who aren't intimately familiar with crime victim representation on the civil side, what do they need to know about the importance and specialization of this work?
Renée explains that trauma-informed advocacy is essential since many crime victims, especially sexual assault survivors, have memory and processing challenges; attorneys must learn to work with trauma, pacing disclosures, and avoid retraumatization while pursuing accountability and potential monetary recovery. She also emphasizes selecting lawyers with real experience in this field and understanding the complexities of pleading and legal strategy specific to trauma cases.

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What is Courtroom Stories & Tactics about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A show focused on trial lawyers who build excellence through relentless practice, authentic leadership, and resilience. Episodes frequently explore lawyer wellness, trial strategy, and the human elements of courtroom work, often featuring practitioners, investigators, and wellness or victim-advocacy experts. Across samples, listeners get pragmatic guidance on case preparation, client care, and professional development, with notable emphasis on ethics, mentorship, and collaborative approaches that extend beyond individual attorneys. A standout aspect is the consistent pairing of legal insight with personal growth, wellness, and systemic considerations in the justice process, making it useful for listeners who want to improve courtroom effect... more

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