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Published on: May 7, 2024

Don’t Miss Ben Rubinowitz at the 2024 Maryland Association for Justice Convention

We are thrilled to announce that Ben Rubinowitz, our esteemed managing partner and a renowned trial attorney, will be speaking at the Maryland Association for Justice Convention on Friday, May 10, 2024. Ben will co-present with fellow seasoned attorney, Robert Michael (Shadoan, Michael & Wells, LLP Rockville, MD) in an insightful session titled “From Chaos to Clarity: Using Case Framing.”

This morning session promises to be a captivating showcase of Case Framing in action. Attendees will have the unique opportunity to witness Ben Rubinowitz and Robert Michael dissect their approach to this powerful methodology. They will demonstrate how they transform complex legal challenges into clear, persuasive narratives, focusing on key ‘just can’t get over’ issues and utilizing ‘echoing’ principles to engage and persuade jurors effectively.

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Published on: October 6, 2023

Trial Advocacy: Using Professional Ethics to Discredit Opposing Expert Witness Testimony

By GGCRBHS&M

In yesterday’s column in the New York Law Journal, our managing partner Ben Rubinowitz assisted by our associate Brian Karalunas and Evan Torgan, a member of Torgan Cooper & Aaron wrote:

All attorneys must abide by the Rules of Professional Conduct, but many fail to realize that similar requirements apply to most individuals providing expert testimony. These standards can provide ammunition for impeachment when expert witnesses fail to abide by the ethical requirements of their field.

Read the column in the New York Law Journal

Published on: September 15, 2023

Ben Rubinowitz – Tough, But Worth it: Becoming a Great Trial Lawyer and Unforgettable Moments

By GGCRBHS&M

Are you disciplined enough to keep going even when you’re tired? Practicing law can feel like an endurance test, but discipline is critical if you want to be a champion trial lawyer.

In the last episode of Trial Lawyers University (click to listen), Dan Ambrose is joined by veteran trial lawyer Ben Rubinowitz, our Managing Partner. As a leading trial lawyer, Ben’s successes include 28 verdicts and over 180 settlements in excess of one million dollars in cases arising out of car accidents, premises accidents, construction accidents, medical malpractice, civil rights violations and product liability.

Tune in as Dan and Ben discuss how discipline is the key to success as a trial lawyer, why virtual trials are a bad idea, and the time that Ben interrupted the best opening statement of his life to jump over a jury box and render CPR to a juror.

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Published on: July 17, 2023

Elevate Your Courtroom Performance: Join Ben Rubinowitz for a One-Day Trial School Event

By GGCRBHS&M

Are you a legal professional looking to enhance your trial advocacy skills and achieve greater success in the courtroom? We invite you to attend Trial School, a one-day event taking place on July 19th in White Plains, NY. Led by renowned faculty members Ben Rubinowitz, Jeff Korek, and Andrew Finkelstein, this program offers invaluable insights and practical strategies to elevate your courtroom performance. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from respected figures in the field and network with peers who share your passion for the law.

Exploring the Intricacies of Jury Selection: One of the crucial elements in a successful trial is selecting the right jury. At Trial School, you will delve into the intricacies of jury selection and learn how to identify potential biases and prejudices. Discover effective techniques for striking a balance between objective analysis and intuitive decision-making, enabling you to build a persuasive case from the start.

Mastering the Art of Cross-Examination: Cross-examination is an art that requires meticulous planning, quick thinking, and effective communication skills. During this program, you will gain comprehensive knowledge of cross-examination techniques that can help you challenge witness testimony, highlight inconsistencies, and strengthen your case. Learn from experienced practitioners who will share their insights and guide you through real-life scenarios.

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Published on: November 4, 2022

Ben Rubinowitz to speak at Trial School Symposium in Denver, CO

By GGCRBHS&M

Our managing partner, Ben Rubinowitz, a top New York Trial Attorney, will be speaking about “Using the Cross Examination of Common Sense” at the Trial School Symposium that will take place in Denver, CO from November 17th to November 20, 2022.

During this 3-day event, you’ll learn and workshop the latest mixed method advocacy approaches for two of the hardest skills to master, Voir Dire and Cross Examination from a nationally recognized faculty. The program will feature an intensive program of study incorporating a combination of daily lecture presentations and small group break-out sessions each afternoon.

For more info or to register please click here

Published on: August 22, 2022

Peter Saghir and Ben Rubinowitz served as faculty at the 2022 Legal Services Advocacy Program in New York

By GGCRBHS&M

Last week our partner Peter Saghir and our managing partner Ben Rubinowitz served as faculty at the American Bar Association (ABA) Litigation Section and National Institute for Trial Advocacy (NITA) Legal Services Advocacy Program held in New York City. This program offers free two-day intensive trial advocacy training to attorneys who do not usually have access to this type of training.

During the workshop, Peter and Ben volunteered their time to train lawyers in the art of trial advocacy who work at various services for indigent clients including Prisoners Legal Services of New York, The Legal Aid Society of Northeastern New York, Bronx legal services, Queens legal services, The Urban Justice Center, The Brooklyn defender services, The Federal Public Defender, and Staten Island legal services.