Tag: Season 2
The Round Table: Talking Construction Accident Cases
July 27, 2021
The Round Table is back! We’re proud to offer a place for lawyers and others in the legal field to share ideas, answer common questions, and connect over shared experiences. On our July 22 episode, Andrew and guests Rosa Feeney, Esq. and Michael Mezzacappa, Esq. discussed the ins and outs of construction accident cases and […]
CLE: How to Successfully Litigate a Personal Injury Case Series Part 7
July 13, 2021
On July 7, Andrew conducted the final presentation of the “How to Successfully Litigate a Personal Injury Case,” series, where he tied up loose ends, answered some last questions, and touched on the process of wrapping up a trial. If you are listening and would like to enter the code for CLE credit, you can […]
CLE: How to Successfully Litigate a Personal Injury Case Series Part 7
On July 7, Andrew conducted the final presentation of the “How to Successfully Litigate a Personal Injury Case,” series, where he tied up loose ends, answered some last questions, and touched on the process of wrapping up a trial. If you are listening and would like to enter the code for CLE credit, you can […]
The Round Table
June 22, 2021
Welcome to the Round Table! A place for lawyers and others in the legal field to share ideas, answer common questions, and connect over shared experiences. Community is key in these discussions! Our first episode was on June 16, and Andrew and his guests spent some time talking about how to avoid burnout, their valuable […]
CLE: How to Successfully Litigate a Personal Injury Case Series Part 6
June 8, 2021
On June 2, Andrew conducted Part 6 of “How to Successfully Litigate a Personal Injury Case,” where he discussed a key point in any case: the trial. This is the latest installment of a CLE series he is presenting with the New York State Academy of Trial Lawyers. If you are listening and would like […]
CLE: How to Successfully Litigate a Personal Injury Case Series Part 5
May 11, 2021
On May 5, Andrew presented part 5 of the 7 part series “How to Successfully Litigate a Personal Injury Series” to an audience of over a thousand lawyers. In this popular episode, he discusses the steps and preparation that goes into pre-trial disclosures and best practices for gearing up for trial. If you are listening […]
CLE: How to Successfully Litigate a Personal Injury Case Series Part 4
April 13, 2021
On April 7, Andrew conducted Part 4 of “How to Successfully Litigate a Personal Injury Case,” where he discussed properly preparing and conducting depositions. This is the latest installment of a CLE series he is presenting with the New York State Academy of Trial Lawyers. If you are listening and would like to enter the […]
CLE: How to Successfully Litigate a Personal Injury Case Series Part 3
March 9, 2021
On March 3, Andrew conducted Part 3 of “How to Successfully Litigate a Personal Injury Case,” a CLE series he is presenting with the New York State Academy of Trial Lawyers. In this episode, he discusses relationships with adversaries, the preliminary conference, and beginning the discovery process. If you are listening and would like to […]
CLE: Taking the “Umm…” out of SUM/UM Coverage
February 23, 2021
In Andrew’s current CLE series, “How to Litigate a Personal Injury Case”, the topic of SUM and UM coverage has come up several times. In fact, it came up so many times during the Q&A sessions that the Mentor, Esq. worked with the Academy to do an entire CLE on the topic! If you are […]
CLE: How to Successfully Litigate a Personal Injury Case Series Part 2
February 9, 2021
On February 3, Andrew conducted Part 2 of “How to Successfully Litigate a Personal Injury Case,” a CLE series he is presenting with the New York State Academy of Trial Lawyers. In this episode, he discusses early settlement, jurisdiction, venue, and commencing the lawsuit itself. If you are listening and would like to enter the […]
Season 2 – Episode 9: Racing Cars with Chris Paiz
January 26, 2021
This week, Andrew interviews Chris Paiz, a fellow lawyer and car racing enthusiast. Cars are a passion for both Andrew and Chris, and as they talk about their respective experiences in the world of simulated auto racing (and their love of Porsches), they also share how this hobby has impacted their lives and careers, and […]
CLE: How to Successfully Litigate a Personal Injury Case Series Part 1
January 12, 2021
On January 6th, Andrew conducted Part 1 of “How to Successfully Litigate a Personal Injury Case,” a CLE series he is presenting with the New York State Academy of Trial Lawyers. In this episode, he discusses the start of the process, including getting the case, investigating the details, and preparing to file. If you are […]
Season 2 – Episode 8: An Interview with Brooklyn, New York’s DA Eric Gonzalez
December 29, 2020
In this week’s episode, Andrew welcomes the District Attorney of Kings County in Brooklyn, New York, Eric Gonzalez. Over the course of the hour, DA Gonzalez discusses his journey from his Brooklyn roots to becoming the first district attorney of Hispanic heritage in New York State, failings he has seen in the justice system around […]
Season 2 – Episode 7: Fighting Through the Dark
December 17, 2020
Andrew welcomes special guest and trial attorney with London Fischer, Cliff Aaron. Cliff is a frequent lecturer for the Defense Research Institute, as well as the New York County Lawyers’ Association. In this episode, Andrew and Cliff discuss the challenges Cliff faces while navigating the legal world after losing his sight almost 30 years ago. […]
Season 2 – Episode 6: The Introverted Lawyer – Feat Prof. Heidi Brown
November 17, 2020
Andrew welcomes special guest and the author of “The Introverted Lawyer,” Prof. Heidi Brown. In this episode, Andrew and Heidi discuss topics from her book, including what it means to be introverted, how to thrive as an introverted attorney, and how firms can play a role in their success. You can learn more about Heidi […]
Season 2 – Episode 5: Working with Experts
October 13, 2020
Learn how to effectively use experts to build and win your case and earn a CLE credit by listening to this episode. Past President of The New York State Academy of Trial Lawyers, Andrew Smiley, will show you how to utilize experts to build a substantial liability and damages case. This course will cover the […]
Season 2 – Episode 4: Special Guest Arthur Aidala Esq
September 22, 2020
In Episode 4 of Season 3 of The Mentor Esq., “Special Guest: Arthur Aidala, Esq.,” Andrew welcomes his long time friend, Arthur Aidala Esq., who is a famed criminal defense attorney, and Harvey Weinstein’s counsel. Andrew and Arthur will cover a wide range of topics, including how they got started, the importance of family and […]
Season 2 – Episode 3: Secrets of Litigating a Fitness Injury Case
September 8, 2020
Season 2 – Episode 2: Roll with the Cowboys
August 25, 2020
We welcome special guest Michelle Stern. Michelle is the Executive Director of the New York State Academy of Trial Lawyers and a graduate of Brooklyn Law School. Andrew and Michelle will discuss the unique perspective Michelle has as being one of the few women in a vastly male-dominated profession. Michelle has one of the best […]
The Journey Forward
August 18, 2020
Welcome to Season 2, Episode 1 of The Mentor Esq! In this episode, Andrew will discuss the professional positives from the pandemic and some tips you can apply today to help with the “New Normal,” especially for Law Professionals. Andrew will also dive into what the future of Law looks like and some tips to […]