Verdicts are rendered inside a courtroom, but many cases are lost long before a single juror sits. Unprepared witnesses, case messages that don't resonate and themes that don't work can cause a case to be irrevocably and fatally flawed long before walking up the courthouse steps. Whether you’re going to trial next week, hoping to gain the upper hand in settlement discussions next month, or are in the beginning phase of the deposition process, Courthouse Communication helps to ensure that your team is prepared effectively and affordably. Trial services are often cost prohibitive and shouldn't be - at Courthouse Communication we provide services for cases ranging from low-six figure liability claims to nine figure mass tort actions.
Witness Preparation
Your witness can make your case. Or break it. When you put a witness on the stand, or your client is deposed, make sure he or she is prepared with impeccable interpersonal skills, unwavering credibility and the ability to deal with any type of questioning. Throughout a career, many litigators conduct hundreds, sometimes thousands, of depositions or verbal examinations. The vast majority of clients? Usually single digits.Litigation Services
Courthouse Communication’s Litigation Services creates a customized solution to your courtroom strategy needs. We start with in-depth preparation and strategy sessions to identify your needs and tirelessly work to help you achieve your goals by using hybrid focus groups/mock trials and other carefully crafted messaging sessions, de-briefings and analysis. By the end, you’re armed with the themes, strategies and core message you need to win – before the trial begins.Focus Groups
Cost should never hinder effective case preparation, and at Courthouse Communication it doesn’t. Trial consulting services are often cost prohibitive, including lots of “bells and whistles” – “bells and whistles” that are not necessary to generate themes that work or actionable strategies. Many litigators do not realize how valuable, and affordable, trial services such as a hybrid mock trial/focus group can be, whether developing themes and strategies to settle cases before trial or to put your team in a better position to win if the case goes to trial.
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- Put the BlackBerry down,” says Eventoff, “especially if you’re in a meeting.” Turn it off, put it away, leave it in your office. “If you’re waiting for a particular, time-sensitive email, let your coworkers know beforehand,” Eventoff says, “Otherwise your BlackBerry has no place at the meeting.” http://www.forbes.com/sites/meghancasserly/2011/09/19/10-workplace-habits-that-could-cost-your-career/2/
- …There’s nothing more insulting than feeling that you’re being ignored in a conversation, says Matt Eventoff, owner of Princeton Public Speaking, an executive training company in Princeton, N.J. “Asking someone a question and truly listening to the response, rather than beginning to formulate a response while the other person is speaking, is so important.” http://www.entrepreneur.com/article/222374
- “….TOASTS: For an office party, “another way to stand out, which takes a lot of practice and preparation, is to offer a very brief, humble toast, thanking your co-workers, colleagues, and the executive team for being great co-workers, colleagues, team, etc.,” said Matt Eventoff, owner of Princeton Public Speaking, which trains executives for public appearances. At a social gathering in someone’s home, a simple toast might thank the hosts for bringing everyone together with good food, drinks and company….” http://www.chron.com/living/article/How-to-be-the-life-of-the-party-2407384.php
- ”It’s no different than at any other point in pop history in that, when folks who are held as role models by others and are looked up to by others – perform in a certain way, speak in a certain way – it’s often copied. It’s not uncommon,” said Matt Eventoff, who helps clients hone their public speaking skills through his business, Princeton Public Speaking.” http://www.wlox.com/story/16380939/fry-day-fry-day-is-pop-music-frying-our-vocal-cords
- “It was a personal connection, and it was really a one-on-one conversation playing out before millions of people,” he adds. “It was brilliant and I think that was one of the game-changers in the campaign.” http://www.npr.org/2012/02/16/146981829/gop-debates-as-must-see-tv-why-you-should-watch
- “…Pencil it. Think twice before bringing your new digital tool to meetings for note taking. "At least once a week I hear stories about how someone was constantly typing on a cellphone, iPad or laptop and how disrespectful and rude it is," said Matt Eventoff, owner of Princeton Public Speaking. http://news.investors.com/article/604298/201203141322/base-workplace-exchanges-on-strong-engagement.htm?p=2
- If you like taking notes on your laptop, keep in mind that it can be a barrier between you and others. “The screen often blocks part of the other person’s body or face,” Mr. Eventoff says. “That’s why I think a tablet or phone is actually the better way to take notes….” http://www.nytimes.com/2012/03/11/jobs/etiquette-for-using-personal-technology-at-work-career-couch.html?_r=1
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