Episode

Judges — Strategy, Mindset, and Navigating the Bench in High-Stakes Cases

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The Legal Podcast Network
Published
Jun 19, 2026
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1227
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Summary

In this episode of Limits Exhausted: Texas’ Personal Injury Litigation Podcast, host Shameika Rhymes sits down with Attorney Kiernan McAlpine, a board-certified personal injury trial lawyer, to discuss the critical role judges play in personal injury litigation. Kiernan shares insights on why trial lawyers must understand judicial tendencies and how this knowledge can shape their courtroom strategies. The conversation delves into the importance of thinking like a judge, the balance between being a trial lawyer and a litigator, and how judges’ procedural attitudes can impact case outcomes. Kiernan emphasizes the need for concise legal writing and the significance of predictability in judges for advising clients effectively. Listeners will gain valuable strategies for navigating the complexities of courtroom dynamics and enhancing their advocacy skills.