TRAINING
SEMINARS
Sharp oral advocacy skills give you the winning edge.
Why practice only when the stakes are monumentally high for your client?
"I learned how to tell a story with the right focus to unite a jury for my client – even clients who are typically portrayed as the villain by the other side."
- Britta Todd, Shook Hardy & Bacon
PROGRAMS
David's programs are always interactive, practical, and tailored for your group.
Choose for your group
Experience level:
1-3 years, 4-8 years, 8+ years
Application:
Litigation, Non-Litigation, Mixed
Format:
Skills Seminar, Lecture, Private
Contact David for more information.
All programs are eligible for CLE credit
PERSUASIVE​
STORY DEVELOPMENT
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Participants will learn how to...​​​
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-Develop engaging themes
-Use commonsense references
-Organize narrative flow
-Increase juror retention
-Incorporate visuals effectively
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...and much more
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Download this one-page pdf for more info.
ESSENTIAL
PRESENTING SKILLS​​
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Learn the fundamental speaking skills every lawyer needs: how to use body language and vocal inflection to tell the story between the words, and how to ensure confidence and impact when it matters most. Emerge from this program with more persuasive power by using performance techniques that will last for years.
Participants will learn how to...​​​
-Project cool confidence
-Handle pressure & nerves
-Command the space
-Strategize vocal variety
-Prepare effectively
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...and much more
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Download this one-page pdf for more info.
"David's techniques and insights are spot-on for developing and presenting winning case stories. His dynamic approach engages participants and equips them with practical, results-driven strategies. A fantastic partner for any high-level professional development program."
-Sindy Peixoto, National Director, Talent Development
Jacques Darche and Patrick Trent, Partners
Bordon Ladner Gervais (BLG)
SINCE 2011
David has been:
NITA program director and faculty member
Adjunct faculty at Loyola School of Law - Chicago
Seminar/keynote speaker for 14 state bar associations
Lecturer, trainer, or case consultant:
(representative list)