Second Chair Attorney
Hence second chair offers every level of training support and consultation for the trial attorney preparing a case for trial.
Second chair attorney. If you and your second haven t agreed upon what role they re supposed to play before trial your co counsel will quickly. Another important aspect of the second chair s role is that even though it s not a starring role the second chair is being observed as well. He is insightful persuasive and an excellent brief writer. An active second chair trial attorney austin question witnesses cross examine opposing witnesses and may even present the opening statement or closing argument.
The second chair s demeanor in the act of listening and assisting has to be controlled just as much as the lead lawyer s. First chair is the lead attorney in a case. Generally the courts will not make any payment to the second chair. Silent second chair attorneys take notes prepare exhibits and wrangle witnesses outside of the courtroom.
Salary comes with full state of georgia benefits including health insurance and state pension. Applicant must be willing to relocate to the metro atlanta georgia area. Steve hicks has handled my appellate work for years and has done a terrific job. Above the law readers are offered 1 free cle course each quarter thanks to lawline.
A second chair can execute any task as long as it is done under the supervision of an attorney on the list. His oral argument skills are top notch. Applicant must have a valid driver s license and be willing to travel extensively. Second chair applicants must meet all of the following requirements.
Uniquely he has helped me as a trial lawyer during the. Hicks attorney at law second chair consulting s cover photo. Even for big shot. Seasoned trial and appellate services for injured persons and the plaintiff s attorneys who represent them.
Hicks attorney at law second chair consulting lansing michigan. What others are saying about steve hicks and second chair consulting. If the deposition was taken second chair will obtain and process the deposition and provide several views and search tools to assist in getting to the most important part of the witness testimony. Second chair will contact defense counsel to determine if the deposition went forward.
The salary is 75 000 per year.