Michael Tigar is one of the true giants of litigation in this country … a rare litigator acknowledged as literally shaping the craft of the advocacy and the battle for justice through his ground-breaking trials, extensive writing, and both law school and professional development teaching.  On August 19th, you can see for yourself why SCOTUS Justice William J. Brennan Jr. wrote … “Michael Tigar’s tireless striving for justice stretches his arms towards perfection.”

Tigar’s spellbinding Nine Principles presentation starts by acknowledging that litigation lawyering is in trouble.  He persuasively argues that it is time for us to rededicate ourselves to the basic idea of obtaining justice for our clients, and doing so ethically, skillfully and courageously.

As you contemplate this extraordinary opportunity, think well beyond ‘case management.’  Tigar delivers 9 guiding and inspiring rules for shaping, organizing and trying your cases, starting with the first client meeting.  He discusses and illustrates …
    • How to investigate the facts before spending money on discovery
    • How to develop a compelling story of your case
    • How to select and effectively use experts, and
    • How to meet and compromise the other side’s experts.

Tigar truly believes that lawyering can and should be “exciting, heroic and moral.”  This compelling presentation, artfully illustrated with insights from trials like Vioxx and Nichols, is tailor-made for those engaged in litigation – and those who fear its very contemplation.  It is steeped in practical, purpose-driven advice for every-day practice.

Tigar will inspire you.  His message will engage and motivate you.  The tactics he presents and the stories he uses to illustrate his principles provide a memorable mechanism for incorporating useful techniques into your practice.  You will laugh, you will enjoy many delightful ‘ah ha’ moments, and you will be reminded why you wanted to be a lawyer in the first place.