In the Season 6 opener of Best Practices with Kenny Berger, Kenny sits down with Geordan Logan of Claggett &amp; Sykes to explore why the most effective trial lawyers don’t just tell stories, they show them.Drawing on his background as an Air Force instructor, corporate educator, public defender, and plaintiff trial lawyer, Geordan explains how adults learn, remember, and make decisions in the courtroom. His guiding principle, “edutainment,” focuses on using visuals and storytelling to capture attention, build credibility, and give jurors memory “hooks” they can carry into deliberations.In this episode, you’ll hear practical strategies for:<ul><li>Designing openings that act as a clear roadmap for the entire trial</li><li>Using demonstratives and visuals to reinforce credibility and focus juror attention</li><li>Preempting defense arguments by framing and dismantling them early</li><li>Humanizing damages so jurors understand what was truly taken, not just the numbers</li></ul>Kenny and Geordan also discuss the mission behind Outer Realm, a national community of plaintiff lawyers committed to sharing knowledge, strengthening trial advocacy, and protecting the Seventh Amendment.If you want jurors to remember your case and trust the story you’re telling, this episode sets the framework.

<description>&lt;p&gt;In the Season 6 opener of &lt;em&gt;Best Practices with Kenny Berger&lt;/em&gt;, Kenny sits down with Geordan Logan of Claggett &amp;amp; Sykes to explore why the most effective trial lawyers don’t just tell stories, they show them.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Drawing on his background as an Air Force instructor, corporate educator, public defender, and plaintiff trial lawyer, Geordan explains how adults learn, remember, and make decisions in the courtroom. His guiding principle, “edutainment,” focuses on using visuals and storytelling to capture attention, build credibility, and give jurors memory “hooks” they can carry into deliberations.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;In this episode, you’ll hear practical strategies for:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Designing openings that act as a clear roadmap for the entire trial&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Using demonstratives and visuals to reinforce credibility and focus juror attention&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Preempting defense arguments by framing and dismantling them early&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Humanizing damages so jurors understand what was truly taken, not just the numbers&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;Kenny and Geordan also discuss the mission behind Outer Realm, a national community of plaintiff lawyers committed to sharing knowledge, strengthening trial advocacy, and protecting the Seventh Amendment.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;If you want jurors to remember your case and trust the story you’re telling, this episode sets the framework.&lt;/p&gt;</description>

In the Season 6 opener of Best Practices with Kenny Berger, Kenny sits down with Geordan Logan of Claggett &amp; Sykes to explore why the most effective trial lawyers don’t just tell stories, they show them. Drawing on his background as an Air Force instructor, corporate educator, public defender, and plaintiff trial lawyer, Geordan explains how adults learn, remember, and make decisions in the courtroom. His guiding principle, “edutainment,” focuses on using visuals and storytelling to captu...

Show, Don’t Tell: Demonstratives, Memory, and Modern Trial Advocacy | Attorney Geordan Logan | S6 Ep. 1

How do great trial lawyers build cases that resonate with jurors from the very first conversation? In this season-closing episode of Best Practices with Kenny Berger, Kenny sits down with California trial lawyer Dan Schaar to break down the full arc of trial preparation, starting at intake and carrying all the way through opening, closing, and rebuttal.Dan shares the systems and strategies he uses to design winning cases: identifying the human story early, reframing bad facts, uncovering defendant “choices” rather than “accidents,” and empowering jurors to return the right verdict for the right reasons. They discuss:— Starting trial prep at intake and organizing facts into a working trial framework — How to build the human story and gather authentic, powerful testimony — Reframing defense themes — Structuring openings, closings, and rebuttals as a unified, jury-empowering narrativeWhether you&apos;re preparing for your first trial or refining your next opening, this episode is packed with practical insights you can apply immediately in your next case. Hosted by South Carolina Injury Lawyer Kenny Berger | Best Practices with Kenny Berger

<description>&lt;p&gt;How do great trial lawyers build cases that resonate with jurors from the very first conversation? In this season-closing episode of &lt;em&gt;Best Practices with Kenny Berger&lt;/em&gt;, Kenny sits down with California trial lawyer Dan Schaar to break down the full arc of trial preparation, starting at intake and carrying all the way through opening, closing, and rebuttal.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Dan shares the systems and strategies he uses to design winning cases: identifying the human story early, reframing bad facts, uncovering defendant “choices” rather than “accidents,” and empowering jurors to return the right verdict for the right reasons. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;They discuss:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;— Starting trial prep at intake and organizing facts into a working trial framework&lt;br/&gt;— How to build the human story and gather authentic, powerful testimony&lt;br/&gt;— Reframing defense themes&lt;br/&gt;— Structuring openings, closings, and rebuttals as a unified, jury-empowering narrative&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Whether you&amp;apos;re preparing for your first trial or refining your next opening, this episode is packed with practical insights you can apply immediately in your next case.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt; &lt;em&gt;Hosted by South Carolina Injury Lawyer Kenny Berger | Best Practices with Kenny Berger&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>

How do great trial lawyers build cases that resonate with jurors from the very first conversation? In this season-closing episode of Best Practices with Kenny Berger, Kenny sits down with California trial lawyer Dan Schaar to break down the full arc of trial preparation, starting at intake and carrying all the way through opening, closing, and rebuttal. Dan shares the systems and strategies he uses to design winning cases: identifying the human story early, reframing bad facts, uncovering def...

From Intake to Verdict: Designing Cases That Win | Attorney Dan Schaar | S5 Ep. 14

What does the next era of plaintiff law look like and how can trial lawyers position themselves to thrive in it? In this episode of Best Practices with Kenny Berger, Kenny sits down with attorney, entrepreneur, and community-builder Bob Simon to talk about the forces reshaping plaintiff practice today. From AI intake and automated case review to national referral networks, mentorship communities, and the rise of modern legal brands, Bob shares a clear and compelling vision of where the profession is headed. They discuss:<ul><li>How AI and automation are leveling the playing field for small and midsize firms</li><li>Why community, collaboration, and mentorship will define the next generation of great lawyers</li><li>Building a practice that blends efficiency with human connection</li><li>Creating systems that free lawyers to focus on high-impact work</li><li>The importance of work-life balance and “financial stress-free time” with family</li></ul> This episode offers practical insights on how to evolve your practice as the legal landscape transforms. Hosted by South Carolina Injury Lawyer Kenny Berger | Best Practices with Kenny Berger

<description>&lt;p&gt;What does the next era of plaintiff law look like and how can trial lawyers position themselves to thrive in it?&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;In this episode of Best Practices with Kenny Berger, Kenny sits down with attorney, entrepreneur, and community-builder Bob Simon to talk about the forces reshaping plaintiff practice today. From AI intake and automated case review to national referral networks, mentorship communities, and the rise of modern legal brands, Bob shares a clear and compelling vision of where the profession is headed.&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;They discuss:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;How AI and automation are leveling the playing field for small and midsize firms&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Why community, collaboration, and mentorship will define the next generation of great lawyers&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Building a practice that blends efficiency with human connection&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Creating systems that free lawyers to focus on high-impact work&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;The importance of work-life balance and “financial stress-free time” with family&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br/&gt;This episode offers practical insights on how to evolve your practice as the legal landscape transforms.&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;Hosted by South Carolina Injury Lawyer Kenny Berger | Best Practices with Kenny Berger&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>

What does the next era of plaintiff law look like and how can trial lawyers position themselves to thrive in it?  In this episode of Best Practices with Kenny Berger, Kenny sits down with attorney, entrepreneur, and community-builder Bob Simon to talk about the forces reshaping plaintiff practice today. From AI intake and automated case review to national referral networks, mentorship communities, and the rise of modern legal brands, Bob shares a clear and compelling vision of where the profe...

The Future of Plaintiff Practice | Attorney Bob Simon | S5 Ep. 13

Every trial is a bet, but how do you know when the risk is worth taking?In this episode of Best Practices with Kenny Berger, trial lawyer Taylor Asen joins Kenny to talk about what it really means to “think in bets.” From using data and probability to assess case value, to hedging strategies like high-lows and partial settlements, Taylor breaks down how trial lawyers can balance risk, reward, and responsibility to their clients.They discuss:<ul><li>Why expected value alone doesn’t tell the whole story</li><li>How to align client risk tolerance with case strategy</li><li>Using data and focus groups to guide decision-making</li><li>Applying concepts from gambling and behavioral economics to trial work</li><li>Why honest experts and strict case selection matter in medical malpractice</li></ul>This conversation offers a framework for making smarter, more intentional decisions in high-stakes litigation.Hosted by South Carolina Injury Attorney Kenny Berger

<description>&lt;p&gt;Every trial is a bet, but how do you know when the risk is worth taking?&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;In this episode of &lt;em&gt;Best Practices with Kenny Berger,&lt;/em&gt; trial lawyer Taylor Asen joins Kenny to talk about what it really means to “think in bets.” From using data and probability to assess case value, to hedging strategies like high-lows and partial settlements, Taylor breaks down how trial lawyers can balance risk, reward, and responsibility to their clients.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;They discuss:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Why expected value alone doesn’t tell the whole story&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;How to align client risk tolerance with case strategy&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Using data and focus groups to guide decision-making&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Applying concepts from gambling and behavioral economics to trial work&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Why honest experts and strict case selection matter in medical malpractice&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;This conversation offers a framework for making smarter, more intentional decisions in high-stakes litigation.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;Hosted by South Carolina Injury Attorney Kenny Berger &lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>

Every trial is a bet, but how do you know when the risk is worth taking? In this episode of Best Practices with Kenny Berger, trial lawyer Taylor Asen joins Kenny to talk about what it really means to “think in bets.” From using data and probability to assess case value, to hedging strategies like high-lows and partial settlements, Taylor breaks down how trial lawyers can balance risk, reward, and responsibility to their clients. They discuss: Why expected value alone doesn’t tell the whole s...

Thinking in Bets: Managing Risk and Reward in Trial Practice | Attorney Taylor Asen | S5 Ep. 12 

Becoming an effective trial lawyer isn’t about natural talent - it’s about preparation, practice, and the mindset to keep improving. In this episode, truck crash attorney Tim Whiting joins host Kenny Berger to discuss what it really takes to become trial-ready: from the lessons learned after a tough loss to the daily habits that sharpen skill and quiet self-doubt.They cover:<ul><li>Turning loss into lifelong commitment to trial practice</li><li>Why consistent role-play, focus groups, and coaching matter</li><li>Meditation and mindset as tools for performance</li><li>Preparing every case as if it’s going to trial — not settlement</li></ul>Whether you’re early in your career or years into practice, this episode is a reminder that trial skills are built, not born - and that growth begins outside your comfort zone.

<description>&lt;p&gt;Becoming an effective trial lawyer isn’t about natural talent - it’s about preparation, practice, and the mindset to keep improving. In this episode, truck crash attorney Tim Whiting joins host Kenny Berger to discuss what it really takes to become trial-ready: from the lessons learned after a tough loss to the daily habits that sharpen skill and quiet self-doubt.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;They cover:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Turning loss into lifelong commitment to trial practice&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Why consistent role-play, focus groups, and coaching matter&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Meditation and mindset as tools for performance&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Preparing every case as if it’s going to trial — not settlement&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;Whether you’re early in your career or years into practice, this episode is a reminder that trial skills are built, not born - and that growth begins outside your comfort zone.&lt;/p&gt;</description>

Becoming an effective trial lawyer isn’t about natural talent - it’s about preparation, practice, and the mindset to keep improving. In this episode, truck crash attorney Tim Whiting joins host Kenny Berger to discuss what it really takes to become trial-ready: from the lessons learned after a tough loss to the daily habits that sharpen skill and quiet self-doubt. They cover: Turning loss into lifelong commitment to trial practiceWhy consistent role-play, focus groups, and coaching matterMedi...

Training for Trial: Prep, Practice, & Purpose | Attorney Tim Whiting | S5 Ep. 11

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