# Defense Attorney Reveals What They Never Teach You in Law School

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Podcast: [Going Public With Ross Mandell](https://stenobird.com/podcast/going-public-with-ross-mandell-7726056)
Published: 2026-03-02T00:00:00+00:00
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"This week on Going Public with Ross Mandell, Ross sits down with Santiago Cueto, prominent criminal defense attorney and founder of Cueto Law Group, to unpack the realities of the modern justice system, constitutional rights, and the high-stakes strategies that matter when your freedom and reputation are on the line. With extensive courtroom experience and deep insight into criminal defense, civil rights litigation, and constitutional law, Santiago breaks down the legal frameworks that most people don’t understand until it’s too late. In this episode, Santiago explains how the justice system actually works — from pre-trial strategy and plea negotiations to jury selection, evidentiary challenges, and constitutional protections. Whether you’re a professional in the legal field, someone navigating a legal matter, or a citizen who wants a clearer understanding of civil liberties and defense strategy, this episode delivers powerful, actionable insight into the legal process and how to protect your rights within it. 🔥 What You’ll Learn in This Episode • How criminal defense strategy differs from prosecution strategy • The importance of constitutional rights and due process • Key legal terminology explained (burden of proof, reasonable doubt, etc.) • What happens during pre-trial, investigation, motion practice, and discovery • How plea negotiations and sentencing strategy actually work • Jury selection, voir dire, and trial psychology • Civil rights litigation vs. criminal defense • How to build a defense team that protects both freedom and reputation • Legal myths people believe vs. what the law actually requires • Why understanding law matters even before charges are filed 🔗 Links & Resources 📌 Get Intro to the Stock Market 👉 https://www.skool.com/going-public-with-ross-m…

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