The Advocate's Key Podcast

The Advocate's Key

J. Scott Key
Scott Key is the founder of Scott Key and Associates, a boutique law firm that specializes in complex, high-stakes cases. Scott thrives on the challenge of a complex case. He’s not afraid of standing in the spotlight or taking on unpopular causes. He does not shy away from controversy. That's what you can expect when listening to The Advocate's Key.
Living a Fulfilling Life (as a Lawyer) with Kathryn Burmeister
Self-described "recovering attorney" Katheryn Burmeister joins Scott Key for a candid conversation about her journey in law, from starting her own firm to abandoning the status quo in search of happiness and fulfillment. She shares how her battle with burnout and the sudden, tragic loss of a mentor caused her to reevaluate her career path, and cautions fellow legal professionals to avoid becoming addicted to success.
Jun 30, 2022
1 hr 25 min
Originalist Textualism 101 for Practitioners with Keith Blackwell
Originalist textualism is a way of interpreting the law that can often feel a bit like stepping into a time machine. In this episode, former Justice of the Georgia Supreme Court, Keith Blackwell, guides us through originalist methodology and gives important context to the legal debates happening today and in the future. Blackwell breaks down the fundamentals of the practice in a way that can make you a more effective advocate.
Jun 7, 2022
1 hr 3 min
Organizing Your Case For Trial
When Elissa Haynes first moved from insurance defense work to trial work, the Atlanta partner knew she’d need a solid framework to build each case. In this episode, Haynes shares how she organizes everything from the discovery stage to the closing statement. She also explains how preparation can lead to an engaging case.
Apr 22, 2022
1 hr 5 min
Avoiding Common Legal Missteps
As a legal malpractice attorney, David Lefkowitz knows all the common pitfalls and administrative errors that lawyers need to avoid. In this episode, Lefkowitz breaks down how a casual conversation with a friend to a failure to meet a deadline could potentially place an attorney in hot water. He’ll also explain how communication and documentation can be your antidote to legal missteps.
Mar 15, 2022
1 hr 6 min
Embracing the Fundamentals of Law
An opera aficionado and legal history fanatic, William Maselli goes into each trial with the same care and passion as an artist. In this episode, the Maine-based criminal defense attorney breaks down broad legal principles and how these fundamentals can help shape the work you do in the courtroom. He also dives into the importance of collaboration and what his work as a composer has taught him about the practice of law.
Mar 1, 2022
1 hr 12 min
Mapping Out Your Trial
Every lawyer prepares for trial in their own way, but what matters to Savannah-based attorney Tom Withers is the level of organization that he can bring to a case. Withers explains how he outlines his case from start to finish by creating a road map for everything from deposition to demonstratives. He also shares how he manages high profile cases, client expectations, and what to do with unexpected surprises.
Feb 22, 2022
1 hr 9 min
The Future of Mediation
More and more lawyers are opting to take their cases to mediation rather than trial and John Miles, founder of Miles Mediation & Arbitration Services, doesn’t expect that trend to stop anytime soon. He shares what lawyers need to know about the arbitration process in order to bring the best results – from how to prepare to what environment works best for clients.
Jan 11, 2022
1 hr 3 min
Connecting with Your Clients
When you begin your own practice, you need to learn how to market yourself. After years of handing out business cards and writing out hand-written letters, Steve Murrin, the “Biker Lawyer,” has adapted his civil practice to reach people across social media and through word of mouth. Murrin shares how he uses his passion for Harleys to connect with potential clients and the need-to-knows for building your client base.
Nov 9, 2021
58 min
Meet the Animal Advocate
As the one and only Georgia statewide animal crimes prosecutor, Jessica Rock fights animal crime by helping both prosecutors and law enforcement identify animal abuse and understand its connection to domestic violence. In this episode, Rock explains the benefits, the challenges and the importance of trying animal crime cases in court.
Oct 26, 2021
1 hr 1 min
Bringing the Case into Focus
When Robin Frazer Clark set out to begin her own practice, she knew it would take patience, drive and, most of all, focus to pull it off. After 33 years of successful civil advocacy, she’s got plenty of advice on how to prevail. In this episode, Scott guides us through the benefits of preparing with a focus group, the importance of getting involved in the professional community, and some ways you can protect the mental health of your colleagues.
Sep 22, 2021
59 min
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