A GOOD LAWYER PODCAST
Season 4 | Episode 4

February 09, 2026

Jury Selection: The Key to a Fair Trial

What really happens before a jury ever hears opening statements?

In this powerful episode, we break down:
• How jury selection can shape the entire outcome of a case
• Personal/Natural tendencies vs. legal standards
• Why building genuine rapport with a jury is both art and science
• What it takes to protect the integrity of a fair trial

This conversation isn’t theory — it’s built on decades of real courtroom experience.

Born and raised in Lubbock, Texas, our host graduated from Lubbock Christian University (BBA) before earning both a Juris Doctor and MBA from Texas Tech University. From representing citizens and business owners in San Antonio to serving nearly four years as Assistant District Attorney in Lubbock County and eight years in Travis County, his courtroom experience spans everything from traffic violations to capital murder.

He proudly represented the Austin community in high-profile prosecutions, including the SXSW capital murder trial and the Tarrytown Murder case — navigating some of the most complex and emotionally charged trials in Texas.

Since founding his law firm in January 2018, his mission has remained clear:

✨ First-class customer attention
✨ Empathy-driven representation
✨ Tested litigation skills from pre-trial to verdict
✨ Strategic guidance grounded in real jury experience

From pre-trial hearings to negotiations, jury selection, and closing arguments — he understands what’s at stake and how to fight for it.

If you’ve ever wondered how fairness is protected in a courtroom… this episode is essential listening.

🎧 Tune in now and hear what separates a good lawyer from a great one.

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