From a complicated childhood dealing with parental substance addiction and peer engagement in serious crime, to theater in college and even the Marine Corps, D.L. Rencher has lived through many diverse experiences on his path to trial law. The one common thread through his entire life has been his commitment and fervent interest in social justice. Driven by this passion and his independent persistence, D.L. put himself through law school and dedicated himself to tireless advocacy in his work.

Listen as D.L. shares stories of his personal and career journey and story about a key case with a verdict (regardless of the outcome) that strengthened his relentless resilience to bring justice for his clients.

For his “Closing Argument,” D.L. shares his on the three ways to “go through a wall.” He talks about the importance of of giving everything you’ve got, to leave nothing behind. “Bring it to the table, because this is where it matters. This is the Arena of Litigation."

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Growing up in the streets of New York with few life paths to choose from. As he puts it, he had three choices: join the military, become a trial lawyer, or become a criminal. So that left lawyer and Daniel Horowitz embarked towards a legal career, a full circle path that would eventually allow him to defend people much like those he grew up with. Daniel has been lead counsel in over 200 jury trials as well as thousands of arbitrations and contested evidentiary hearings. As a legal commentator, Daniel Horowitz has appeared on CNN, MSNBC, Fox News and all major television networks.

Listen as he discusses his motivation to become a trial lawyer and the unique elements that set him apart from other attorneys. He highlights the impactful Ailee Jong case and the positive changes it brought to a substandard institution. Daniel also talks about his involvement with Vice President Kamala Harris and his experiences with the prime minister of Ukraine. For his "Closing Argument," Daniel emphasizes the importance of balancing doing good and making money in the legal profession.

Key Takeaways

• You are never going to be the best, and may not ever be one of the best. It is most valuable to direct your energy towards being serious, professional, and dedicated to serving the needs of your client.
• Learn how to balance the concept of using the law to create positive social change with family obligations and the need to make money. They go together and don’t contradict, despite what it may seem.
• All the most accomplished lawyers have great financial strength behind them. It is important to have financial resources to ensure a strong and secure fight for a verdict.

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In this episode of "Celebrating Justice," trial lawyer Steven B. Barrett shares his intriguing story of how he considered becoming a doctor and a rabbi before finding his true calling in law.

Steven talks about how his ability to connect with juries and clients alike, a skill honed from his thoughtful interactions in everyday life, makes a difference in the courtroom. His numerous stories provide invaluable insights into the nuances of trial work with advice for seasoned and new trial lawyers.

For his “Closing Argument,” Steven touches on the concept of "lawyerly inertia," a term he uses to describe the tendency among legal professionals to rely too heavily on their accumulated knowledge and experience when assessing cases. He emphasizes the importance of breaking away from this inertia by advocating for lawyers to remain curious and vigilant, pushing the envelope by exploring additional depositions or questioning even when a case seems straightforward.

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