Consulting Services for Attorneys

Navigating complex tort cases requires not only a deep understanding of the law but also strategic insight and a collaborative approach. At our practice, we offer specialized consulting services to assist fellow attorneys in building and litigating strong, successful cases. Whether you need an experienced eye to review your strategy, a fresh perspective on a difficult matter, or additional resources for a major trial, we are here to support your efforts.

We provide a range of consulting services tailored to the needs of trial lawyers, focusing on tort-related matters, including personal injury, wrongful death, and product liability.

How We Can Help

Our services are designed to complement your existing litigation team and provide key support at any stage of a case. We offer:

Case Evaluation & Strategy: We can review the merits of your case, identify key strengths and weaknesses, and help you develop a robust litigation strategy from discovery through trial.

Focus Group Moderation: We design and moderate customized focus groups to test case themes, evaluate witness testimony, and uncover juror perceptions. This provides invaluable insights to refine your arguments and anticipate challenges.

Case Collaboration & Trial Preparation: We can act as co-counsel, providing hands-on support with legal research, motion practice, and trial preparation. We'll work alongside you to prepare witnesses, craft opening and closing statements, and develop compelling trial exhibits.

Second Chair & Trial Support: We are available to serve as second chair, offering strategic guidance and real-time feedback during depositions, hearings, and trial.

A Collaborative Approach

We understand the unique challenges and demands of complex litigation. Our goal is not to take over but to collaborate effectively, sharing our knowledge and experience to help you achieve the best possible outcome for your client. We pride ourselves on clear communication and a streamlined process, ensuring our support integrates seamlessly with your team's workflow.

All requests for consulting services are reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Given our extensive professional network, we conduct a thorough conflict-of-interest check before accepting any engagement. This ensures that our focus remains solely on the success of your case.

Fee Structure

We understand that every case is unique, and our fee arrangements are designed to be flexible and align with the value we provide. Our compensation is structured based on the level of input required for your case, ensuring a transparent and fair partnership.

Hourly Fees: For limited, specific tasks—such as a single case evaluation or a one-time focus group—our services can be retained on a straightforward hourly basis.

Fee-Sharing Arrangements: For more extensive collaboration, such as acting as co-counsel or providing ongoing strategic support, we operate on a fee-sharing arrangement. Our compensation in this model is a percentage of the final recovery, paid only if the case is resolved successfully by settlement or payment of a verdict. This aligns our interests directly with yours, and with your client's.

The specific terms of our engagement and compensation will be clearly outlined in a formal agreement after a thorough discussion of your needs and the scope of our involvement.

Conflict of Interest Statement

Guy Thiessen offers a range of consulting services, which include moderating focus groups, case collaboration, and serving as co-counsel. The consideration of all requests for these services is evaluated on a case-by-case basis.

With a distinguished career spanning over 30 years, Mr. Thiessen has cultivated extensive professional relationships with fellow attorneys, particularly those representing clients who suffered personal injuries and other tort-related damages. To avoid any conflicts of interest, he will decline requests for services if the opposing counsel to the attorney seeking consulting services is an individual with whom Guy has a personal or professional relationship.

Therefore, Mr. Thiessen reserves the right to deny a request for services based on a conflict of interest or other considerations, including the counsel involved in the controversy, the subject matter of the dispute, or the requested goals of the person(s) seeking service.

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