Stern Litigation Consulting

Stern Litigation Consulting is led by Gwen Stern, a former trial lawyer with decades of experience and a respected professor of trial and pretrial advocacy, evidence, and law and medicine. The seasoned consulting professionals at SLC are focused on helping clients navigate and win in litigation from the deposition discovery process and client preparation through trial preparation. DEPOSITION The deposition discovery process offers parties a glimpse into the heart of a case outside the courtroom. We understand the gravity of this testimony and our suite of deposition services ensure that every detail - from spoken word to non-verbal cues - is captured and documented with precision and professionalism. • Help witnesses be effective communicators • Help attorneys to become better questioners • Help attorneys in crafting incisive questions that minimize objections • Case strategy • Tools with dealing with the obstructed witness or opposing council • Help attorneys defend depositions CLIENT PREPARATION Navigating the legal arena can be daunting, but a well-prepared client stands out and inspires confidence. We empower our clients with the tools, insights, and rehearsal they need to approach the stand or negotiation table with clarity and conviction. • Help witnesses with mock depositions and feedback • Help clients to become confident with their trial testimony • Conduct the deposition & trial prep meeting • We audit previously recorded video sessions and provide feedback TRIAL PREPARATION The courtroom battleground demands meticulous preparation and a strategic mindset. We refine the nuances of your case to ensure you step into the courtroom armed with robust evidence, a compelling narrative, and a readiness to tackle the unexpected. • Storytelling for opening and closing statements communicators • Developing themes and theories in complex cases • Evidence evaluation • Developing varying questioning techniques • Mock trials using your actual case file