Every month, the Section posts three podcast channels devoted to essential subjects for every litigator. On the first Monday of the month, we post a podcast on ethics; the second Monday on evidence; and the third Monday on e-discovery/procedure. These podcasts are supplemented by substantive and procedural topics prepared by the Section’s committees. Please be sure to visit the library of Sound Advice podcasts. ETHICS: Standards for Disqualifying Expert Witnesses
By Mike Downey, Armstrong Teasdale LLP, St. Louis, MO
Litigator and ethics professor Mike Downey outlines three standards that can be used when attempting to get an opposing counsel’s expert disqualified from a case. (8:29 min) PROCEDURE/E-DISCOVERY: Inadvertent Production of Documents
By John Barkett, Shook, Hardy & Bacon, Miami, FL
Unfortunately for clients, accidental production of documents does occur. John Barkett discusses what should happen when privileged or protected documents mistakenly get shared with opposing counsel. (6:32 min) EVIDENCE: Authentication of Evidence
By Professor Stephan Landsman, DePaul University College of Law, Chicago, IL
Veteran ethics professor Stephan Landsman discusses authentication and the seven-step process to establish it for evidentiary purposes. (12:40 min) Protecting Your Clients’ Interests During a Bankruptcy
Judge Raymond Pianka, Cleveland Municipal Housing Division, Cleveland, OH
Real Estate Litigation Committee
Judge Raymond Pianka advises attorneys to pay close attention because, despite a bankruptcy, property owners still have legal obligations concerning real estate. (6:15 min) Transgender Protections Against Employment Discrimination - Part I
Nancy Marcus, Berkman, Gordon, Murray and Devan, Cleveland, OH
Civil Rights Litigation Committee
Nancy Marcus highlights three recent developments regarding transgender rights that may impact employment discrimination cases across the country. (10:10 min) Leaving a Large Firm? Avoid Burning Bridges
Paul Lehner, Adducci, Dorf, Lehner, Mitchell & Blankenship, Chicago, IL
Solo & Small Firm Committee
If you are contemplating venturing out on your own, listen to Paul Lehner as he shares the strategy behind his successful transition from working at a large firm to launching his own business. (7:55 min) Dividing Shared Business Assets During a Divorce
Tracy Coenen, Sequence Inc., Milwaukee, WI
Family Law Litigation Committee
Hear forensic accountant Tracy Coenen as she explains the ins and outs of dividing mutual business interests, including obtaining tax returns and financial statements, during sensitive divorce proceedings. (8:52 min) 12 Sure Ways to Lose Trials
Judge Ruben Castillo, Northern District of Illinois, Chicago, IL
Trial Practice Committee
Every day, lawyers sabotage their own cases at trial for a wide array of reasons. Learn what pitfalls to dodge as Judge Ruben Castillo shares his insights from the bench. (8:57 min) The Service Members Civil Relief Act (SCRA)
Janet Totter, Veterans’ Legal Assistance Project, Austin, TX
Pro Bono & Public Interest Committee
Representing veterans can create unique issues. Janet Totter outlines the specifics of the SCRA and who is covered. (11:06 min) Disputes Involving Canada: Considerations for U.S. Practitioners
Paul Lalonde, Heenan Blaikie LLP/SRL, Toronto, CA
International Litigation Committee
Listen as Paul Lalonde outlines a few factors U.S. attorneys should keep in mind as they help clients deal with matters involving our cousin up north. (11:00 min) Improving Your D&O Policy?
Sheri Pastor, McCarter & English, Newark, NJ
Insurance Coverage Litigation Committee
Sheri Pastor describes enhancements and provisions that will help you when negotiating your next policy. (9:35 min) Liquor Liability Coverage
Laura Hanson, Meagher & Geer P.L.L.P., Minneapolis, MN
Insurance Coverage Litigation Committee
Laura Hanson outlines coverage issues that arise as a result of dram-shop laws. (14:25 min) “Rambo” Attorneys—How to Handle Legal Bullies
Mike Downey, Armstrong Teasdale LLP, Saint Louis, MO
Ethics & Professionalism Committee
Dealing with legal bullies is never pleasant. Hear as Mike Downey give eight steps to best handle these “Rambo” attorneys. (14:56 min) ABA Model Rules of Professional Conduct—Why Should Lawyers Care?
Greg Hanthorn, Jones Day, Atlanta, GA
Ethics & Professionalism Committee
Greg Hanthorn highlights three reasons why all lawyers, regardless of location, should read the ABA Model Rules. (11:09 min) Joint Venture Exclusions
Ron Kammer, Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP, Coral Gables, FL
Insurance Coverage Litigation Committee
Listen as Ron Kammer details what qualifies as a joint-venture exclusion and what does not. (8:43 min) Defending CERCLA Actions—What is Your Duty?
Jodi Spencer Johnson, Thacker Martinsek LPA, Cleveland, OH
Insurance Coverage Litigation Committee
Jodi Spencer Johnson discusses when the duty to defend these environmental-cleanup actions actually begins. (6:50 min) Litigating Front Pay Claims—A Primer
Kevin O’Connor, Peckar & Abramson, P.C., River Edge, NJ
Employment and Labor Relations Law Committee
When litigating statutory claims of harassment or discrimination, do you seek reinstatement, front pay, or both? Kevin J. O’Connor outlines the factors that must be considered. (9:57 min) | 
