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Coopers' Code
By Miles Cooper, Coopers LLPEducation
Coopers' Code episodes
- Lifecycle of a Case, Phase 6 & 7: Mediation & Expert discovery
In this episode of the Lifecycle of a Case series, Miles Cooper breaks down Mediation and Expert discovery, respectively phases 6 and 7.
He explores mediation strategy, the tactical use of Code of Civil Procedure section 998 offers, and how to prepare clients for the mediation process. He also compares mediation with mandatory settlement conferences, outlining their pros, cons, and unique dynamics. Moving into expert discovery, Miles explains disclosure timing, managing depositions, California’s three-day file exchange rule, and how to avoid expert exclusion by keeping disclosures airtight. This episode provides lawyers with practical settlement strategies and expert discovery checklists to stay ahead of the curve.
Missed Phase 5: Discovery? Catch up here:
- Youtube: https://youtu.be/wHSejiNWNCQ
- Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3Xd0hM2zMCNR6t5RvmDwZA
- Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lifecycle-of-a-case-phase-5-discovery/id1679622653?i=1000724526208
We are now on video as well. You can watch the episodes on our Youtube channel!
Hosted by Miles Cooper
Produced by Mauro Serra | Kenji Productions
Recorded & Co-produced by Zach Morvant | www.zmorvant.com
Music by The Sure Fire Soul Ensemble
Rate/Leave a review on Spotify and Apple Podcasts
Questions, comments, feedback and suggestion? Email us at: [email protected]
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21 min - Lifecycle of a Case, Phase 5: Discovery
Continuing the Lifecycle of a Case series, in this episode of the Lifecycle of a Case series, Miles Cooper dives into the #5 phase, Discovery - and explains how plaintiff lawyers can get proactive and stay ahead of defense tactics. From drafting discovery before filing suit to serving interrogatories, requests for production, and admissions, Miles walks through practical strategies to gather key documents, push past obstruction, and frame cases for trial. He also shares lessons learned from insurance policy traps, creative uses of public records, and the role of depositions and summary judgment in shaping trial readiness.
Missed Phase 3 & 4: Pre-litigation & Filing suit? Catch up here:
- Youtube: https://youtu.be/doPpRhJh1-4
- Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3hxEGFLnBnlwXx80VblNGV
- Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/dk/podcast/lifecycle-of-a-case-phase-3-4-pre-litigation-filing-suit/id1679622653?i=1000721510302&l=da
We are now on video as well. You can watch the episodes on our Youtube channel!
Hosted by Miles Cooper
Produced by Mauro Serra | Kenji Productions
Recorded & Co-produced by Zach Morvant | www.zmorvant.com
Music by The Sure Fire Soul Ensemble
Rate/Leave a review on Spotify and Apple Podcasts
Questions, comments, feedback and suggestion? Email us at: [email protected]
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17 min - 25 Years as a Lawyer: Life Lessons About Addiction, Cancer, and Resilience
At the halfway point of his legal career, Miles Cooper reflects on 25 years in the law and the lessons learned along the way. From battling addiction and supporting his daughter through cancer to learning from mentors and colleagues, Miles shares wisdom on knowing yourself, doing less but doing it well, balancing life’s demands, riding waves of momentum, and the importance of true friendships. This episode is both personal and practical: a guide for lawyers on how to build careers that are sustainable, meaningful, and grounded in core values; as well as some lessons that reach beyond the profession.
We are now on video as well. You can watch the episodes on our Youtube channel!
Hosted by Miles Cooper
Produced by Mauro Serra | Kenji Productions
Recorded & Co-produced by Zach Morvant | www.zmorvant.com
Music by The Sure Fire Soul Ensemble
Rate/Leave a review on Spotify and Apple Podcasts
Questions, comments, feedback and suggestion? Email us at: [email protected]
Read Coopers' Code & articles and publications
20 min - This Month in Legal AI: New Tools for Lawyers, LLM Biases, and Avoiding Brainrot
In this month’s AI deep dive, Miles Cooper and Sharhad Milanfar explore how quickly AI is evolving and the legal implications for trial lawyers. They discuss bias in AI outputs, the risk of judges or court staff inadvertently relying on AI, and how to address potential errors without alienating the bench. The conversation covers new California Judicial Council AI rules, responsible prompting practices, and the differences between popular AI models. Sharhad also shares updates on HIPAA-compliant tools, Google’s NotebookLM mind-mapping feature, and Google’s new video generation capabilities. From avoiding hallucinations to leveraging cutting-edge tools for trial prep, this episode is packed with actionable insights for lawyers navigating the AI landscape.
More about Shahrad:
- https://www.milanfarlaw.com/attorney/milanfar-shahrad-esq/
- https://www.linkedin.com/in/shahradmilanfar/
We are now on video as well. You can watch the episodes on our Youtube channel!
Hosted by Miles Cooper
Produced by Mauro Serra | Kenji Productions
Recorded & Co-produced by Zach Morvant | www.zmorvant.com
Music by The Sure Fire Soul Ensemble
Rate/Leave a review on Spotify and Apple Podcasts
Questions, comments, feedback and suggestion? Email us at: [email protected]
Read Coopers' Code & articles and publications
36 min - Lifecycle of a Case, Phase 3 & 4: Pre-litigation & Filing suit
Continuing the Lifecycle of a Case series, this episode focuses on pre-litigation and filing suit - two critical phases that bridge initial investigation and courtroom action. Miles Cooper shares his process for building airtight demand packages, communicating effectively with insurance adjusters, and assessing collectability before litigation. He also discusses demand letter strategies, underinsured motorist claims, government claims nuances, and the essential steps for filing a complaint, including naming all the right parties and anticipating publicity risks. Whether you aim to resolve early or proceed into litigation, these tactics can save time, preserve client trust, and maximize recovery.
Missed Phase 1 & 2: Intake/Initial Investigation & Evidence Gathering? Catch up here:
- Youtube: https://youtu.be/cD36-z7DEh8
- Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/coopers-code/id1679622653?i=1000720580228
- Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3RWLvkYLkjT91uzNHMdT0D
We are now on video as well. You can watch the episodes on our Youtube channel!
Hosted by Miles Cooper
Produced by Mauro Serra | Kenji Productions
Recorded & Co-produced by Zach Morvant | www.zmorvant.com
Music by The Sure Fire Soul Ensemble
Rate/Leave a review on Spotify and Apple Podcasts
Questions, comments, feedback and suggestion? Email us at: [email protected]
Read Coopers' Code & articles and publications
21 min - Lifecycle of a Case, Phase 1 & 2: Intake/Initial Investigation & Evidence Gathering
In this new series, inspired by Kevin Lancaster’s annual case lifecycle workshops, Cooper's Code dives into each critical phase of a legal case. The episode begins with the Intake/Initial Investigation - Phase 1, exploring how the initial conversation and client relationship shape the case's foundation. From effectively handling the initial intake interview to strategically gathering evidence - Phase 2 - such as police reports, body camera footage, and crucial public records - this episode highlights the skills, empathy, and strategic thinking lawyers must use from day one. A practical, comprehensive look at ensuring a strong start to any legal journey.
We are now on video as well. You can watch the episodes on our Youtube channel!
Hosted by Miles Cooper
Produced by Mauro Serra | Kenji Productions
Recorded & Co-produced by Zach Morvant | www.zmorvant.com
Music by The Sure Fire Soul Ensemble
Rate/Leave a review on Spotify and Apple Podcasts
Questions, comments, feedback and suggestion? Email us at: [email protected]
Read Coopers' Code & articles and publications
22 min - From Hung Jury to $24M Victory - Part 2: A Tale of Two Elder Abuse Trials
In Part 2 of this After Action Review, trial attorneys Karman Guadagni and Kelsey Craven return to break down their $24 million elder abuse verdict in Donahue v. MBK Senior Living. After a hung jury in Trial #1, the team reassessed everything—from witness control and causation framing to how they used tech, visuals, and jury psychology. They walk us through what changed in Trial #2, how jurors connected the dots, and what helped this story finally land. A detailed look at the strategic refinement behind a huge result.
If you missed Part I, stream it here:
- Youtube: https://youtu.be/Q87ygzmMg94
- Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7erpwppOEcQWAbjSQyaguW?si=rxVjhTjVSLOyHVR7cVvoHA
- Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/from-hung-jury-to-%246-8m-victory-part-1-a-tale-of/id1679622653?i=1000718346412
More about:
- Karman Guadagni: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karman-guadagni-4022136/
- Kelsey Craven: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kelsey-craven-esq-667b8452/
- Stebner Gertler & Guadagni: Website | LinkedIn
We are now on video as well. You can watch the episodes on our Youtube channel!
Hosted by Miles Cooper
Produced by Mauro Serra | Kenji Productions
Recorded & Co-produced by Zach Morvant | www.zmorvant.com
Music by The Sure Fire Soul Ensemble
Rate/Leave a review on Spotify and Apple Podcasts
Questions, comments, feedback and suggestion? Email us at: [email protected]
Read Coopers' Code & articles and publications
40 min - From Hung Jury to $24M Victory - Part 1: A Tale of Two Elder Abuse Trials
In the first part of this After Action Review, trial attorneys Karman Guadagni and Kelsey Craven break down the first of two trials in the elder abuse case of Donahue vs MBK Senior Living.
What began as a strong case involving multiple falls, understaffing, and COVID-era failures ended in a hung jury - despite five weeks of trial. This episode dives into the legal strategy, discovery hurdles, staffing document destruction, and what went wrong (and right) in Trial #1.
From preference deadlines to pandemic courtrooms, it’s a candid look at how foundation gets laid - even when the verdict doesn’t land.
More about:
- Karman Guadagni: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karman-guadagni-4022136/
- Kelsey Craven: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kelsey-craven-esq-667b8452/
- Stebner Gertler & Guadagni: Website | LinkedIn
We are now on video as well. You can watch the episodes on our Youtube channel!Hosted by Miles Cooper
Produced by Mauro Serra | Kenji Productions
Recorded & Co-produced by Zach Morvant | www.zmorvant.com
Music by The Sure Fire Soul Ensemble
Rate/Leave a review on Spotify and Apple Podcasts
Questions, comments, feedback and suggestion? Email us at: [email protected]
Read Coopers' Code & articles and publications
24 min - Law in the Age of AI: Is the Legal Profession Prepared?
AI is here.
In this panel conversation, Miles sits down with Shahrad Milanfar and Marshall Cole to unpack how artificial intelligence is reshaping law practice, from hallucinated case law to deep structural shifts in how we train lawyers, value work, and assign risk.
They debate courtroom ethics, generational divides, speculative agent futures, and the subtle ways technology is already changing everything from billing to judgment.
This is not a hype piece - it’s a grounded, informed exploration of what’s coming, and how the legal world can either adapt… or get automated out of relevance.
More about Marshall:
- https://www.linkedin.com/in/marshall-cole-815140b
- https://nemecek-cole.com/attorneys/marshall-r-cole/
More about Shahrad:
- https://www.milanfarlaw.com/attorney/milanfar-shahrad-esq/
- https://www.linkedin.com/in/shahradmilanfar/
We are now on video as well. You can watch the episodes on our Youtube channel!
Hosted by Miles Cooper
Produced by Mauro Serra | Kenji Productions
Recorded & Co-produced by Zach Morvant | www.zmorvant.com
Music by The Sure Fire Soul Ensemble
Rate/Leave a review on Spotify and Apple Podcasts
Questions, comments, feedback and suggestion? Email us at: [email protected]
Read Coopers' Code & articles and publications
40 min - Parking While Black, Part II: What We’d Do Again (and Differently) After Winning $11M
This is Part II of this conversation; If you missed Part I, make sure to stream it first:
- Youtube: https://youtu.be/QzFba9ZWUmA
- Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/episode/0myl0qZopyoASLaG4OChoe?si=VM4K2VuyRFyVjKmpLlg8aQ
- Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/coopers-code/id1679622653?i=1000715124275
A mother and her two daughters were handcuffed and detained for nearly an hour in a parking lot while doing absolutely nothing wrong. No probable cause. No matching description. No apology. In this After Action Review, trial lawyers Craig Peters, Joseph May, and Brian Gearinger walk us through how they built and won the $11 million Loggervale civil rights case - a case centered not on violence, but dignity, narrative clarity, and truth. The team breaks down everything: wrongful detention, trial prep, biased policing, jury impact, Monell claims, qualified immunity, and post-trial strategy. This is a rare look at how a team of committed lawyers turned a quiet injustice into a national message - and got the county to pay, to the penny.
Closing argument: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1DPGixghllCLjm6UseYSQsZg0oq0JT01-/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=107445594696585138838&rtpof=true&sd=true
More about:
- Craig Peters - Website: https://altairlaw.com/craig-m-peters - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/craig-peters-a5381b9
- Joseph May - Website: https://josephmaylaw.com
- Brian Gearinger - Website: https://www.gearingerlaw.com/about/brian-gearinger - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/briangearinger
We are now on video as well. You can watch the episodes on our Youtube channel!
Hosted by Miles Cooper
Produced by Mauro Serra | Kenji Productions
Recorded & Co-produced by Zach Morvant | www.zmorvant.com
Music by The Sure Fire Soul Ensemble
Rate/Leave a review on Spotify and Apple Podcasts
Questions, comments, feedback and suggestion? Email us at: [email protected]
Read Coopers' Code & articles and publications
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About Coopers' Code
From the publisher's feed
Coopers’ Code contains collected wisdom we’ve learned during our years practicing law. We’ve learned from, worked for, worked with, and been up against some of the best lawyers there are. Every week, Miles Cooper and a guest host use this experience to examine a legal issue and hit that issue’s key practice pointers and strategic highlights — so we can all achieve the best results for our clients.
Hosted by Miles Cooper - Coopers LLP | Produced by Mauro Serra - Kenji Productions | Recorded & Co-produced by Zachary Morvant
www.coopers.law