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Trial Prep: What Attorneys Really Want (And How to Deliver It)

January 17, 2025 Joe Stephens

Get ready to uncover what attorneys really need from you when it comes to trial prep in this new webinar.

Attorney and law professor, Joe Stephens, J.D., will share proven techniques for anticipating attorney needs, organizing critical documents, and transforming complex information into compelling case presentations.

Key Learning Objectives:

Organization That Makes Sense Learn how to structure and organize case materials in ways that align with how attorneys actually work and think.
Streamline Pre-Trial Workflow: Develop reliable systems for managing deadlines, documents, and deliverables that keep your team on track.
Elevate Your Strategic Value: Transform your role from support staff to strategic asset by anticipating needs and handling pressure situations.
Candid Q&A With an Attorney: Take advantage of an extended open forum where you can get straight answers to your most pressing questions in a supportive peer environment.

Every attorney has their own style in the courtroom, but thorough preparation remains the cornerstone of success. Whether you're supporting a seasoned litigator or working with a new attorney, this session will give you practical tools and strategies you can implement immediately.

About the Contributor

Joe Stephens

Joe Stephens, J.D., is Steno's Director of Legal Solutions as well as a Clinical Lecturer at Texas Tech University School of Law. With over 15 years of experience in criminal defense and public service, he founded and led Texas' largest rural public defender office, which serves a 12-county area. A graduate of The University of Texas School of Law (cum laude) and Vanderbilt University (B.A.), Stephens currently serves as a Board Member of the Texas Criminal Defense Lawyer's Association (TCDLA) and sits on multiple State Bar of Texas committees. His expertise spans the intersection of legal practice and technological innovation in the justice system.

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