Posts by J. Scott Key
Simplicity: A Recipe for Successful Litigation
What does Michael Pollen’s Cooked and The Rules of the Road by Friedman and Malone have to do with litigation?
Read MoreFrank Hogue: Keeping Politics and Unpopularity Out of the Courtroom
In Frank Hogue’s long years as a criminal defense attorney, he’s never been daunted by high profile cases. That’s why he’s taken on defending George McMichael in the case of the death of Ahmaud Arbery. In this episode, Hogue breaks down the challenges of cases with major media attention, racial inequalities in the justice system, and his philosophy on the role of a criminal defense lawyer.
Read More3 Apps We Use to Get Things Done in Our Law Office
The more things changed for us during the pandemic, the more they stayed the same. We are a small but nimble office. We were perfecting the art of remote and distributed work before the 2020 came and forced the rest of the world to move in that direction.
Read MoreTop 5 Law and Non-Law Podcasts
Here is a selection of my favorite law and non-law podcasts that I enjoy listening to. You might find something you haven’t heard before.
Read MoreMcDonough Product Liability Lawyer
It is a sad fact that all consumer products are not safe for use. Occasionally, a product is released to the public that could – or does – hurt the buyer or someone they know. When do you seek an attorney to help you?
Read MoreAnna Cross: The Importance of Pacing in Trial
Studying philosophy and Japanese in college, Anna Cross has always been a deep-thinker with her eyes set on success. After decades of triumphant trials, Cross shares what she’s learned from her years of prosecution: how to set the pacing of a trial, how to improve your cross examination and the attitude to have when you enter the courtroom.
Read MoreAdam Hames: Bringing Creativity into the Court
Raised by two lawyers, Adam Hames was always told he was genetically engineered to be an attorney. With experience in federal court, state appellate court and in habeas cases, Hames talks about the importance of crafting a story in court, his creative pursuits in college and why he believes listening is a vital key in advocacy.
Read MoreMcDonough Slip and Fall Lawyer
In Henry County, property owners are required to keep their premises safe, but happens when they don’t. You might need a lawyer to help you.
Read MoreThree Lessons From My Legal Podcast
The Advocate’s Key, my podcast, is as much for me as it is for the audience who listens to it. I choose guests because I want to learn from them or because I’m curious about their story.
Read MoreDoug Peters: The Blueprint for Putting Forth Your Best Case
After decades of practicing law, nationally-recognized criminal defense lawyer Doug Peters understands the heavy responsibility of advocating for those most in need. Peters shares what led him to start his own defense practice, why he used a proactive people-centered approach for preparing for trial and the best time to put your client on the stand.
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