Bob Christie brings more than 40 years and 100+ trials of civil defense experience to this episode of The Litigator’s Edge. Host Aniket Sawant and Bob discuss how storytelling wins cases, common mistakes new lawyers make, and practical ways technology, including AI, is changing courtroom preparation.

Bob shares memorable trial moments, advice for young practitioners, and reflections on professional civility and advocacy. Whether you’re a law student, junior associate, or seasoned litigator, this episode delivers courtroom-tested strategy, mentorship insights, and a forward-looking view of the defense bar.

Timestamps

00:00 Introduction to Story Crafting

01:17 Meet Bob Christie: A Legal Luminary

02:45 Bob's Origin Story and Career Milestones

08:39 The Art of Storytelling in Law

10:51 Impactful Cases and Lessons Learned

13:05 The Role of Legal Organizations

18:00 Teaching and Technology in Law

26:35 Future of the Defense Bar

29:26 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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In this episode of the Litigator's Edge, host Aniket Sawant welcomes Ruby Powers, a board-certified immigration attorney, law practice management expert, consultant, author, and podcaster. Ruby discusses her multicultural background and how it informs her work in immigration law. She shares her journey from childhood through her career development, highlighting influential experiences and key turning points.

Ruby elaborates on the importance of working on the business side of law practice management and provides insights into avoiding common mistakes such as poor delegation and time management. Ruby also touches on the integration of technology and AI into legal practice, emphasizing the need for continuous learning and adaptability. Finally, she provides valuable advice for new lawyers navigating the complexities of legal practice and shares her hobbies that help maintain her work-life balance.

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00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome

00:30 Ruby's Multicultural Background

01:57 Ruby's Origin Story

03:00 Journey to Becoming an Immigration Attorney

06:36 Impactful Cases and Client Stories

09:14 Balancing Multiple Roles in Law

12:02 Law Practice Management Insights

18:45 Leveraging Technology in Law Practice

28:46 Advice for New Attorneys

31:28 Personal Hobbies and Conclusion

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Discover the remarkable journey of Jon Stern, aviation litigator, on The Litigator’s Edge. From air traffic controller at Reagan National to cutting-edge legal innovator, Jon shares pivotal moments that shaped his specialized practice. Hear how he used flight simulators to analyze Flight 93’s probable target in a Washington Post investigation and pioneered the first-ever court order for predictive coding in legal discovery. Learn about his ingenious “barcode gun” trial strategy that literally silenced a dishonest witness mid-testimony, plus his insights on AI’s transformative impact on legal research and document review. Jon comprehensively discusses the evolution from paper files to electronic systems, offering practical wisdom on embracing technology while maintaining human judgment. For transparent insights on building expertise through diverse experiences and leveraging innovation strategically—core to our mission of genuine conversation in legal practice—listen now.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​