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Welcome to the after show interview! This week we sat down with the writer of Peak Eve, Lon Zimmet. Andrew and Lon worked together on Lon’s first show, Worst Week. Since then Lon has gone on to write for Happy Endings, Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt, Superstore, and he created the sitcom LA to Vegas on Fox.  In this interview, Andrew and Lon talked about Lon’s transition from working in a writing team to going out on his own. He credits his solo success to writing as much as he possibly could. Lon talks about his handy story document that he always refers to when he starts to work on something new. He let us in on his experience developing with FX, his process of writing cold opens, lessons he’s learned as a show runner, and the difference between writing shows for the market and writing for yourself. This is a good one! Enjoy it and thanks for listening!

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Our guest Steve Chappelear was inspired by literature to start a career in law at a young age. From King Arthur and His Knights of The Round Table to To Kill a Mockingbird, Steve found a unique correlation between what excited him in these books and what excited him about the potential of working in law. 

During this episode, Steve details how his love of reading naturally evolved into a love for writing, which has become a defining attribute of his nearly forty-four year career. He also explores the importance of public interest work and how providing legal services to the indigent can be elevated through Bar Foundations and grant programs. Finally, Steve discusses how the process of finding the right expert has changed throughout his career. 

Steve Chappelear, Of Counsel at Eastman & Smith LTD., is interviewed by Dan Rubin on this episode of Engaging Experts.

Steve Chappelear Bio... 

With more than 40 years of experience handling complex litigation, Stephen E. Chappelear, of counsel, knows the value of presenting evidence and arguments in a manner that is understandable and compelling, whether that is to a jury, judge or arbitrator.  He has represented clients in many industries, such as financial, real estate, energy, manufacturing, education and government, on a range of legal issues.

Martin Cunniff is a partner in the Washington D.C. firm of Fields, PLLC. For over 30 years, Martin has led high-stakes litigation cases for both large national firms and high-powered litigation boutiques. Martin has extensive experience in teaching trial advocacy, including training hundreds of litigators, instructing expert witnesses at the FBI Academy in Quantico, Virginia, being on the faculty at AICPA training programs for accounting and financial experts, and leading teams that won numerous national awards for training excellence. 

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A career as a litigator can afford you countless transformative professional experiences, from unique cases that shift sports culture to being the inspiration for a character in a John Grisham novel. Our guest today, Martin Cunniff, has had an eclectic career as an attorney so far and brings many fascinating stories to the table. 

Martin has led high-stakes litigation cases for over 30 years and has been involved with a myriad of interesting legal matters. From an anti-trust case that helped force the College Football playoff system to several class actions for homeless citizens in D.C. All these experiences paint an inspiring picture of what a litigator’s career can be.  

Martin Cunniff, a Partner of Fields PLLC, is interviewed by Dan Rubin on this episode of Engaging Experts. Martin discusses his acclaimed career in Antitrust law, some of his standout cases, and his approach to pro-bono work.  

With over 30 years of experience, John Trimble has earned his reputation as one of Indiana’s most sought-after mediators. He is a Partner at Lewis Wagner, LLP, where he practices complex and catastrophic litigation. His areas of concentration include insurance coverage disputes, bad faith defense, lawyer and insurance agent malpractice, and more. John is the past president of the Association of Attorney Mediators and has served on the Board of Directors of DRI and chaired its national Judicial Task Force. He has also been included in The Best Lawyers in America® and Indiana Super Lawyers® lists a number of times.

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While some litigation receives little to no attention, allowing the proceedings to play out quietly, other cases catch the eye of the news or the public. When this happens, it is up to the defense lawyer to ensure a fair trial. Because of this, lawyers need the right toolbox to address pretrial publicity before it gets out of hand. 

John Trimble has more than 30 years of experience handling complex and catastrophic cases. As he says, some of the best tools for navigating pretrial publicity are PR consultants and jury consultants. With the help of these experts, defense lawyers can effectively manage how a case is being perceived by the public and strategize the best ways to take it to trial. 

On this week’s episode of Engaging Experts, Dan Rubin sits down with John Trimble, Partner at Lewis Wagner, LLP, to discuss how to effectively address pretrial publicity. Together, they talk about the impacts of pretrial publicity on a case, how injunctive relief plays out in practice, and John’s tips for effectively utilizing jury and PR consultants. This is an informative interview you don’t want to miss.

William H. Shawn, also known as Bill, is an internationally known lawyer with nearly 40 years of experience in his field. He is the Co-Managing Partner for ShawnCoulson, an international law firm with offices in Washington D.C., Brussels, and London. Bill earned his JD from The George Washington University Law School, where he now works as an adjunct professor of legal ethics and professional responsibility. Outside of his practice, he enjoys learning the guitar, racing his Aston Martin, and serving on a variety of boards and committees.

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International law presents a unique challenge to lawyers, where every country and jurisdiction is vastly different. Because of this, the use of expert witnesses is vital for understanding and effectively navigating a tricky case. So, how can you find and use the right experts for your practice?

When international lawyer Bill Shawn tackles a case, he looks for two different types of expert witnesses: testifying experts and consulting experts. As he says, some experts are specialists in clarifying complex systems and ideas, while others excel at communicating with juries and judges. Because of this, Bill takes time to find the right experts for each unique case.

William H. Shawn, the Co-Managing Partner of ShawnCoulson, is interviewed by Dan Rubin on this episode of Engaging Experts. Bill discusses his acclaimed career in international law, the mentors who have helped him along the way, and how he utilizes expert witnesses in his practice. Plus, he discusses his many business ventures and personal interests. Stay tuned for more.

Ashish Arun is a legal tech entrepreneur based in South Delhi, India. He is the Principal Owner of Expert Witness Profiler and the Founder of Exlitem Research Consulting, both of which provide research to legal professionals. Ashish specializes in developing legal research databases and creating intuitive web applications that make use of the best technologies available today. He is currently working on developing the largest expert witness database in the world.

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Expert witnesses can be hard to find, but they can be even harder to research. From double-checking your own witnesses to seeking information on the opposition, knowing the background of an expert witness is crucial for a case. That’s where Expert Witness Profiler comes in: to help attorneys access all the information they need for their next case.

With years of experience in the expert witness field under his belt, Ashish Arun specializes in the intersection of law and technology. As the Principal Owner of Expert Witness Profiler, Ashish provides detailed expert witness reports to attorneys so they can be more prepared in court. So, what kind of information do these reports provide, and why should you order one for your next case?

Dan Rubin moderates this week’s episode of Engaging Experts to discuss the ins and outs of expert witness research. Ashish breaks down how the team at Expert Witness Profiler conducts its research, his advice on when to order an expert witness profile report, and the importance of screening your experts before going to court. They also talk about Ashish’s recent hobby: brewing kombucha. Stay tuned.

Thomas Cheng, Associate Professor at the Faculty of Law of the University of Hong Kong, is currently a member of the Hong Kong Business Facilitation Advisory Committee and was an inaugural member of the Hong Kong Competition Commission. He assisted the Hong Kong government in drafting the city’s first comprehensive antitrust law. In addition, Thomas holds a number of international advisory positions, including as a member of the Advisory Board of the American Antitrust Institute, and as a member of the Executive Board for the Academic Society for Competition Law. His research has focused on competition law and policy, particularly as they relate to developing countries. Professor Cheng previously practiced law at Simpson, Thatcher & Bartlett in New York prior to transitioning into academia.

Steve Adkins, Partner at McGuireWoods in Washington, D.C., focuses his practice on Intellectual Property and Trade Litigation involving Section 337 of the U.S. International Trade Commission. He is currently a member of the U.S. International Trade Commission Committee, Intellectual Property Owners Association. Steve has worked on behalf of clients based in the United States, Asia, Europe, and South America in a variety of industries, including automotive, computer software, telecommunications, chemicals, mechanical patents, and semiconductors. He has represented companies in roughly 75 ITC investigations and U.S. Customs and Border proceedings.

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As the United States transitions between administrations and trade tensions between the U.S. and Asia are high, many are looking for guidance in this rapidly changing landscape. Our experts, Thomas Cheng and Steve Adkins, discussed competition, antitrust, and patent law, with an emphasis on the current state of trade litigation between the United States and Asia.

Russ Rosenzweig is the CEO and Co-founder of Round Table Group,  the leading customized expert search and referral service since Russ pioneered the industry in 1993. Outside of his work at Round Table Group, Russ is an active speaker, author, educator, and philanthropist. In addition to this, Russ enjoys cycling, mountain biking, bodybuilding, hiking, skiing, and performing in small ensembles on his clarinet. 

Dan Rubin is the National Business Development Manager at Round Table Group. After graduating with his J.D. from Washington University in 2000, Dan joined Thomson Reuters/Westlaw and later Thomson Reuters Expert Witness Services/Round Table Group. Outside of the office, Dan enjoys traveling, reading, socializing with friends and family, and playing or watching sports. 

Brice David is the Senior Manager of IP Expert Witness Services at Round Table Group. He has 15 years of experience working in the expert witness recruiting field and 20 years of experience working in high technology. When he isn’t hard at work with Round Table Group, Brice loves spending time with his family camping, skiing, or scuba diving in the great outdoors.

David Seeley is the Business Development Executive at Round Table Group. In this position, he works in collaborative environments to identify the best expert witness and expert witness resources to meet his clients’ needs. In his free time, David loves traveling, running, biking, and spending time with family.

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Do you want to identify and employ enthusiastic experts without lifting a finger? Are you interested in using a simple, reliable method that will save you valuable time and money? If so, look no further than the “expert on experts,” Round Table Group. 

Since its creation in 1995, Round Table Group has perfected its expansive network and efficient methodology for locating and retaining the world’s leading technical and industry consultants. Today, four members of Round Table Group gather to discuss the firm’s exciting origin story—and how the company has grown and developed over the past 25 years.

In this episode of the Engaging Experts Podcast, Rise25 Co-founder John Corcoran sits down with Russ Rosenzweig, Dan Rubin, Brice David, and David Seeley, the movers and shakers at Round Table Group. Listen in as Russ, Dan, Brice, and David reveal why Round Table Group was founded, how they built their expansive network of experts, and the power of good conversation during the intake process. Stay tuned!

Most don't think about how integrated GPS technology is in our everyday actions. From dialing 911 to find our location, tagging friends on social media at a restaurant or tracking flights, it's become a necessary tool that continues to evolve.  Our guest, Dr. Stephen B. Heppe, DSc. is one of the leading experts in this field. 

Dr. Heppe  has over 40 years of experience in the area of telecommunications, electrical engineering, radio/radar, unmanned aircraft, and GPS/GNSS with General Electric Space Division, Stanford Telecommunications, Telenergy, Insitu/Boeing, and independent consultancies.

He has served as an independent consultant and expert witness relating to satellite communications, cellular and radio technologies, mobile data applications, fleet tracking, GPS and GNSS systems, robotics, and automation. Expert witness work includes over 50 cases involving patent disputes (Federal Circuit, PTAB and ITC), theft of intellectual property, and breach of contract.

Our Exclusive Experts are available only through Round Table Group. They have demonstrated excellence in expert witness testimony as well as in academic and professional achievement.

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In this episode of Discussions at the Round Table, Dr. Heppe discusses his rewarding start at InSitu working with UAVs and communications and developing drones for the U.S. military. Due to his successful role as an expert witness, he shares his insight on what a successful attorney client and expert witness consultant relationship looks like. To round out his discussion, he forecasts technology changes in GPS and hints at his new projects with stratospheric airships and truth-telling on the Internet. This is an episode you don't want to miss!

Mr. Jerry Davis is a recognized thought leader in the supply chain, 3PL, and reverse logistics industries, with decades of experience starting with the supermarket industry in the 1970s.

Dr. Zal Phiroz is an expert on global supply chain management, and a professor at the University of California, San Diego, specializing in supply chain analytics, operations management, and data analytics.

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As we steer through the daily changes inherent in navigating the pandemic, we are also looking to the future. As attorneys, we need to advise our clients on risk as they role out new policies swiftly and help them prepare for the inevitable wave of litigation as unexpected ramifications or events overtake them. The areas we are focusing on today are the supply chain and logistics. We held a discussion with two of our experts, Dr. Zal Phiroz and Mr. Jerry Davis, and asked them their opinions on some of the issues likely to arise due to such disruptive times.

Exploration has to be part of the creative process. You have to be lost before you can see the way out.

As creatives we are aware of the body of work we are producing and sharing with the world but are we as intentional with our creative process and how that can inform our personal brand?

In this episode of Converge, Dane is joined by London based designer, photographer, creative director and Webgraph founder Dan Rubin as they discuss the creative process. They explore not just what you create but how you create and how what you choose to share impacts your personal brand.

A self-professed intentional wanderer that collects ways of being creative, Dan has amassed an impressive following on Instagram and shares some of his strategy behind how he chooses what to share with his audience there as well as on other public platforms.

Prepare to be inspired to think about your creative process in new and fresh ways. And if you find yourself interested in a seeming wide range of creative endeavors that you can t seem to fit together, Dan has some great insight on how you might do just that.

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Thanks to Triple Scoop Music for providing the music for today s show and thanks to our wonderful audio producer Anna Queza of AQreative.

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