Tag: Season 3
CLE: Litigating a Catastrophic Automobile Accident Case – Part 6
July 19, 2022
Join Academy Past President and the host of The Mentor Esq. podcast, Andrew Smiley, for the finale of “How to Litigate a Catastrophic Automobile Accident Case”. In Part 6 – “The Trial,” topics discussed will include direct/cross examination of experts as well as how to present a catastrophic injury case to a jury. Contact Andrew […]
Let’s Talk About Referrals
June 9, 2022
In the Fall of 2021, I started hosting 30 minute, One-on-One zoom meetings. Since then I’ve met with over a hundred lawyers, from new to retired, different practice areas, solo to large firms, and everything in between. Despite the differences, one subject always came up, that is referrals. What I came away with from these […]
CLE: Litigating a Catastrophic Automobile Accident Case – Part 4
May 17, 2022
Join Academy Past President and the host of The Mentor Esq. podcast, Andrew Smiley, for Part 4 of “How to Litigate a Catastrophic Automobile Accident Case”. In Part 4 – “Expert Depositions,” topics discussed will include preparation and conduction/defending the deposition of an expert witness. Contact Andrew Smiley at [email protected] To view the materials for this […]
CLE: Litigating a Catastrophic Automobile Accident Case – Part 3
April 19, 2022
Join Academy Past President and the host of The Mentor Esq. podcast, Andrew Smiley, for Part 3 of “How to Litigate a Catastrophic Automobile Accident Case”. In Part 3 – “Liability & Damages Experts” topics discussed will include working with an automotive engineer, accident reconstructionist, biomechanical engineer, life care planner, vocational rehabilitator, economist, and various […]
CLE: Litigating a Catastrophic Automobile Accident Case – Part 2
March 15, 2022
Join Academy Past President and the host of The Mentor Esq. podcast, Andrew Smiley, for Part 2 of “How to Litigate a Catastrophic Automobile Accident Case”. In Part 2 – “Claims, Notices and Commencing the Action,” topics discussed will include which letters, notices and claims to immediately serve and file, appointing legal representatives, causes of […]
CLE: Litigating a Catastrophic Automobile Accident Case – Part 1
February 15, 2022
On February 4, Andrew presented the first installation in a five part CLE series focusing on litigating a catastrophic automobile accident case, with this presentation touching on the beginning of any case: the investigation. This CLE Series was presented with the New York State Academy of Trial Lawyers. Contact Andrew Smiley at [email protected] To view the […]
Season 3 – Episode 7: The Water Project with Peter Chasse
February 1, 2022
Andrew talks to founder and president of the Water Project, Peter Chasse, and the two discuss the challenge of bringing clean water to remote communities around the globe, and the importance of giving back. To donate to the Mentor, Esq.’s Campaign for Water, click here. Contact Andrew at [email protected]
CLE: Anatomy of a Trial Part 5
January 18, 2022
On January 5, Andrew presented the final CLE in the Anatomy of a Trial series, focusing on closing arguments. This CLE Series was presented with the New York State Academy of Trial Lawyers. He is looking forward to starting his new CLE series in February – we hope you’ll join for the first installment of […]
Season 3 – Episode 5: Enjoy the Journey
January 4, 2022
Two years into the COVID-19 pandemic, and we are still seeing ripple effects in the field of law. In this episode, Andrew wraps up 2021 by reflecting on the changes he’s seen in the last year and discusses the importance of work/life balance, community, and taking risks. Contact Andrew Smiley at [email protected]
CLE: Anatomy of a Trial Part 4
December 14, 2021
On December 1, Andrew presented a CLE on cross examination best practices. This is the fourth of five installments of the “Anatomy of a Trial” CLE Series that he is presenting with the New York State Academy of Trial Lawyers this winter. To see the materials for this CLE, click here. To claim CLE credit, use […]
CLE: Anatomy of a Trial Part 3
November 16, 2021
On November 3, Andrew presented a CLE on how to perform effective direct examinations. This is the third of five installments of the “Anatomy of a Trial” CLE Series that he is presenting with the New York State Academy of Trial Lawyers this fall. Contact Andrew Smiley at [email protected] To enter the code for the CLE […]
CLE: Anatomy of a Trial Part 2
October 19, 2021
On October 6, Andrew presented a CLE on how to prepare and deliver a great opening statement. This is the second of five installments of the “Anatomy of a Trial” CLE Series that he is presenting with the New York State Academy of Trial Lawyers this fall. To enter the code for the CLE credit, […]
CLE: Anatomy of a Trial Part 1
September 21, 2021
On September 10, Andrew presented a CLE on how to select a jury. This is the first installment of his “Anatomy of a Trial” CLE Series that he is presenting with the New York State Academy of Trial Lawyers this fall. If you are listening and would like to enter the code for CLE credit, […]