Trial Tested

One of the country’s most respected attorneys handling complex litigation, Warren Lightfoot knows how to persuade a jury. His personal style reflects down-home Southern manners and planning every word and action to make a positive impression on jurors. Join Host Mike Herring for an entertaining and insightful discussion about life, law and legal strategy with Super Lawyer Warren Lightfoot.

Nancy Hollander has fought the government all of her life and especially when she was an attorney.  Listen as she talks about Guantanamo and other poignant times throughout her career.  Join Host Amy Gunn as they speak about struggles, life, and law.

David Boies explains why the witness is not your friend as he tells the story of when he cross-examined Bill Gates.  If you have a witness that’s being evasive, give them enough rope. Join Dave Paul as they talk strategically in and out of the courtroom.

David Boies, who has loved the practice of law for close to 60 years talks about his journey, what he has learned and his broad span as a lawyer.  Listen as David Boise talks governmental work with Senator Kennedy and representing Al Gore.  Join Host Dave Paul for this two-part fascinating interview.

John Keker is one of the Top 100 Most Influential Lawyers in the United States. In addition to serving as law clerk to Retired Chief Justice at the U.S. Supreme Court Earl Warren, his trial legacy includes several high-profile cases in the national spotlight, including prosecuting Oliver North. Known for his tenacious courtroom tactics, John tells it like in is in this wide-ranging discussion with...

Pamela Mackey may be best known for her successful defense of high-profile celebrities like Kobe Bryant and Patrick Roy, which earned her the nickname “a pitbull in pearls.” But even if the client wasn’t a household name, Pamela Mackey loved representing anyone in a difficult situation. Host Amy Gunn talks with Pamela about some of her most famous cases and her personal strategies for dealing with...

Justice Marie Deschamps served on the Supreme Court of Canada and continues to champion social causes even after stepping down from the bench. Host Amy Gunn talks with Justice Deschamps about her career, her landmark decisions and her advice for attorneys of all ages about how to handle responsibility, dissent and social evolution.

Ken Feinberg is one of the most prominent dispute resolution attorneys in the country.  He served as Special Master of the 9/11 Victim Compensation fund, ran the BP Deepwater Horizon Disaster Victim Compensation Fund and managed compensation systems relating to the Aurora and Virginia Tech shootings and the Boston Marathon bombing.  Join host Dave Paul for a fascinating discussion about ethics, ho...

District Attorney of Manhattan Cyrus Vance Jr. views every case through the lens of two basic principles: does it make us safer and is it fair? His office has handled some of the most influential cases in the country, including the Harvey Weinstein case and the Malcolm X conviction integrity trial. Host Amy Gunn talks with DA Vance about integrity, leadership and the importance of doing what’s rig...

The entire country was watching when Linda Dunikoski and Alan Levine tried these two racially charged cases and won.  Host Amy Gunn talked with Linda and Alan during the ACTL Spring Conference about their pre-trial, voir dire and courtroom strategies, and their concerns and hopes for the American justice system. Tune in for a fascinating behind-the-scenes discussion of how these two gifted attorne...

Chilton Varner believes great trial lawyers never stop learning, and that every trial is a teachable moment for attorneys and the younger lawyers they mentor. Host Mike Herring leads a wide-ranging discussion about Chilton’s career as a leader in commercial and product liability litigation and explores her contention that successful lawyers tend to be more conversational than combative.

Cris Arguedas is one of the finest criminal defense lawyers in the country. Host Amy Gunn talks with Cris about representing clients from Hells Angels to Barry Bonds and Fed Ex, and how she proved to all of them that she wasn’t afraid of a fight.  Tune in for pro-tips on preparing for cross examination and courtroom stories from Cris Arguedas, “the lawyer other lawyers would hire if they got arres...

Former US Attorney for the Southern District of New York and previous ACTL president Bob Fiske has tried many cases in the national spotlight, including the case President Jimmy Carter called “the most important case in the US”, the drug trial of “Mr. Untouchable” Nicky Barnes. Host Dave Paul dives into the background of some of Bob’s most historic cases and reveals key insights on leadership and...

Judge Roger Gregory is Chief Judge of the United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit. From his roots in segregated schools, he has risen to the top of the legal profession and is the only person in the history of the United States to be appointed to a federal appellate court by two Presidents of two different political parties. Host Michael Herring leads a wide-ranging discussion with t...

Renowned trial attorney Rusty Hardin has fought for justice in some of the nation's highest-profile cases. Join host Dave Paul for a wide-ranging discussion into some of Rusty’s biggest cases and hear his thoughts on the two biggest mistakes most trial attorneys make. His insightful take on why he refuses to take depositions and how he approaches jury selection may make you re-evaluate your own tr...

Joan Lukey is recognized as one of the top litigators in the country and was the first female President of the American College of Trial Lawyers. She is recognized as an extraordinary trial attorney and advocate who exemplifies an unwavering willingness to connect with everyone she meets. In this inspiring first episode of the ACTL’s new Trial Tested podcast, Joan shares her philosophy for success...

Trial Tested: A Podcast by the American College of Trial Lawyers presents enlightening discussions about life and law through interviews with prominent trial lawyers and significant figures in the world of trial law.