# Mike Alder – What I Learned about Jury Selection after 9 Trials in 10 Months

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Podcast: [Picking Justice](https://stenobird.com/podcast/picking-justice-7109058)
Published: 2025-12-01T07:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://pickingjustice.com/episode/23
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## Resource

After completing nine trials earlier this year, Mike Alder describes lessons learned about jury selection with hosts Harry Plotkin and Dan Kramer . Tune in for his insights about how being practiced makes you conversational rather than aggressive, why he starts with easy questions before diving into hot-button issues, and how asking "I need your help" invites jurors to participate authentically in the selection process. Learn More and Connect ☑️ Mike Alder | LinkedIn | Email | Instagram | YouTube | Telephone   ☑️ AlderLaw on Facebook , LinkedIn , Instagram ☑️ Harry Plotkin | LinkedIn | Facebook | Instagram ☑️ Dan Kramer   | LinkedIn   ☑️ Kramer Trial Lawyers on LinkedIn | Facebook | YouTube | Instagram ☑️ Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTube Produced and Powered by LawPods Episode sponsored by Baldwin Settlements and Verdict Videos .

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