Dave Poston

September 03, 2024 | The Legal Intelligencer

We can glean important lessons today on communications, perceptions of leadership and, especially, succession planning from this unprecedented summer.

By Dave Poston

5 minute read

July 29, 2024 | Daily Business Review

Moving forward through crisis situations can be difficult but a recent incident involving PGA Tour professional Scottie Scheffler offers a master class in crisis management for organizations facing unexpected challenges.

By Dave Poston and Kaden Jacobs

4 minute read

July 01, 2024 | The Legal Intelligencer

Whether it's a state bar association facing public scrutiny over a controversial disciplinary decision or a nonprofit legal aid organization raising awareness about critical access to justice issues, each case requires a well-crafted communications strategy to avoid a public relations (PR) disaster and ensure a reputational win.

By Dave Poston and Kaden Jacobs

6 minute read

April 05, 2024 | Daily Business Review

To effectively navigate this politically charged period, attorneys must take into account several key considerations, leveraging real-world examples to make their message resonate.

By Dave Poston and Kaden Jacobs

4 minute read

March 12, 2024 | The Legal Intelligencer

In recent years, the world's most reputable and fastest-growing insurers are increasingly reviewing crisis communications and public relations recommendations as part of their overall coverage as another means to reduce overall risk—and rely less on legal counsel. Even if they don't have riders, endorsements or specific crisis policies, insurers are still providing guidance and encourage the use of such services.

By Dave Poston

8 minute read

January 11, 2024 | The Legal Intelligencer

We are constantly getting asked: "What should we be saying or doing on the issue at hand and when?" Law firms tend to not want to stick their neck out, because they want their clients' interests to come first. But clients welcome clarity around law firms' beliefs, especially to determine if they are aligned.

By Dave Poston

6 minute read

November 09, 2023 | The Legal Intelligencer

This article addresses the impact of media on litigation and here we discuss measurement of those effects and impacts. It can be based upon science, such as the methodologies listed below, but also is a place to put forth anecdotal evidence and case studies.

By Dave Poston and Kaden Jacobs

7 minute read

September 01, 2023 | The Legal Intelligencer

Understanding the impact of media coverage on your client's matter, as well as having the ability to respond on their behalf to its effects, is critical to being a successful lawyer today.

By Dave Poston

7 minute read

June 30, 2023 | The Legal Intelligencer

Individual freedoms are under attack like never before.

By Dave Poston

7 minute read

March 22, 2023 | The Legal Intelligencer

Many firms are facing questions from partners, associates, law students and the community at large about their clients' choices and, in turn, their choice of clients. As a result, a few firms are reportedly reviewing their entire client lists, while some are changing long-standing policies that partners can choose their own clients, and others are creating new client review panels.

By Dave Poston

6 minute read