– Assume primary responsibility for all briefs and motions in state and federal appellate courts, and present oral argument when required.
– Appear at post-judgment mediation to help the parties and the mediator clarify the legal issues and assess the risks on appeal.
– When the case demands that another attorney serve as lead counsel on appeal, we will support and advise as co-counsel, assisting in the development of strategy, drafting of briefs, and preparation for oral argument.
– Even before the complaint or petition is filed, identify legal and coverage issues to streamline the litigation process and yield the best, most efficient result for the client.
– Assist trial counsel in preserving issues and trial court errors for appeal, and posturing those issues for ultimate success.
– Brief and present case-dispositive and other significant motions in the court.
– Appear at mediation to address the coverage and substantive legal issues that might impede settlement
– Assist in voir dire by arguing for-cause and Batson challenges, as well as other issues that might arise in jury selection.
– Prepare and argue the court’s charge to the jury.
– Prepare and argue post-verdict motions, and assist in the formation and rendition of the judgment.
– Identify and work with persons and associations who might be interested in the outcome of a particular case.
– Prepare and, if permitted by the court, argue amicus briefs.