Michael A Brown

Michael A Brown

March 20, 2014 | Inside Counsel

Always be closing: Strategies for a trial’s final moments

Nothing said in closing arguments should surprise the clients representatives. A good trial lawyer will have involved key client stakeholders in all decisions throughout the trial, and the closing arguments phase is no exception.

By Michael A. Brown

4 minute read

March 06, 2014 | Inside Counsel

Litigation: Top strategies for handling witness testimony

Putting any witness for the company on the stand involves rigorous and extensive preparation. In-house counsel are essential to this process.

By Michael A. Brown

4 minute read

February 20, 2014 | Inside Counsel

Litigation: Trying the client’s case, not mine

Regardless of who attends a corporate client's case and how often, the client should be informed of strategy and objectives each day.

By Michael A. Brown

3 minute read

February 06, 2014 | Inside Counsel

Litigation: Ensuring trial counsel presents the right case for your company

It is important to choose a trial counsel based not only on experience, but also how they will work with company executives and in-house counsel throughout the case.

By Michael A. Brown

7 minute read

January 23, 2014 | Inside Counsel

Litigation: Taming the litigation beast, controlling when and how you go to trial

Companies that understand and incorporate litigation strategies into overall business plans can more easily control when and where they are drawn into court.

By Michael A. Brown

4 minute read