Best Practices with Kenny Berger
Best Practices is a legal podcast where South Carolina attorney, Kenneth Berger, interviews trial lawyers from around the country with regard to aspects of their practice that have helped them reach the top of the field. Tune in every other week for interviews covering everything from case selection to closing argument.
Best Practices with Kenny Berger
Case Selection with Purpose and Precision | Attorney Stuart Ratzan | S5 Ep. 2
In this episode of Best Practices with Kenny Berger, trial lawyer Stuart Ratzan shares how smart case selection can shape not only your docket—but your impact.
Stuart dives into what makes a case truly worth taking, from identifying systemic issues to using focus groups as a tool for evaluating jury resonance and refining trial strategy.
You’ll learn how to:
- Spot cases that highlight systemic failures
- Use focus groups to test liability, narrative, and damages
- Avoid cases that lack clarity, consensus, or emotional weight
Whether you're evaluating your next case or rethinking your intake criteria, this episode offers practical, values-driven guidance on choosing cases that matter—to juries and the community.
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