Stop waiting for the courtroom and start resolving cases early with proven strategies for pre-suit negotiation.
Join us for part one of this five-part series on the skills you need to win your case before you even step into the courtroom.
Andrew Smiley will discuss everything you need to know about settling your case before you file a lawsuit.
The course examines the strategic advantages of resolving legal disputes before filing a formal complaint or initiating litigation. It covers the essential criteria for determining if a case is ripe for settlement, including the evaluation of medical records, liability, and insurance coverage.
The material outlines effective communication techniques for building rapport with adversaries and explores the use of alternative dispute resolution methods such as mediation and binding high-low arbitration. It also addresses specific scenarios where early resolution may be impractical, such as cases involving infants, wrongful death, or the need to protect statutory liens.
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Attorney at Smiley & Smiley LLP
Andrew is the lead trial attorney for Smiley & Smiley, where his practice focuses on significant personal injury, medical malpractice and wrongful death. Andrew is a graduate of Brooklyn Law School. He served as Academy President in 2017–2018 and is also a Past President & Board Member of the New York City Trial Lawyers Alliance. He hosts The Mentor, Esq., a podcast for lawyers.
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