EPISODE · Feb 11, 2025 · 8 MIN
Drowning in Complexity
from Holland & Knight Legal Podcast · host Holland & Knight Legal Podcast
In this episode of his "The Trial Lawyer's Handbook" podcast series, litigation attorney Dan Small discusses how complex trials often leave jurors feeling overwhelmed and disengaged. He emphasizes that lawyers frequently neglect the jurors' experience by presenting an excessive number of charges and evidence, leading to confusion. Mr. Small advocates for streamlining trials by focusing on essential elements and reducing unnecessary complexities, as clarity and conciseness are crucial for achieving favorable outcomes in litigation.
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In this episode of his "The Trial Lawyer's Handbook" podcast series, litigation attorney Dan Small discusses how complex trials often leave jurors feeling overwhelmed and disengaged. He emphasizes that lawyers frequently neglect the jurors' experience by presenting an excessive number of charges and evidence, leading to confusion. Mr. Small advocates for streamlining trials by focusing on essential elements and reducing unnecessary complexities, as clarity and conciseness are crucial for achieving favorable outcomes in litigation.
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