The Dirty Verdict takes on the highly publicized Lindsey Clancy murder trial and the legal battle surrounding her insanity defense. Peter Taaffe, Kyle Herbert, and Bill Ogden are joined by Houston criminal defense attorney Anthony Osso to break down the case, the evidence presented at trial, and the extraordinary circumstances surrounding a jury that appears hopelessly deadlocked. The group examines the prosecution's argument that Clancy understood the wrongfulness of her actions, including evidence surrounding her husband leaving the home before the deaths of their three children. They also discuss the defense's contention that Clancy was suffering from severe postpartum mental illness and could not legally appreciate or control her actions. Anthony explains how insanity defenses work, what happens when a defendant is found not guilty by reason of insanity, and the important differences between Massachusetts and Texas law. The conversation also explores the reported 11–1 jury split, the lone holdout juror, whether a judge can replace a juror during deliberations, and why Clancy's defense attorney may have preferred continued deliberations over a mistrial. The episode concludes with a look at what could happen next if a mistrial is declared, the likelihood prosecutors retry the case, and how the related civil lawsuits against Clancy's medical providers could potentially intersect with future criminal proceedings. Highlights 00:00 – Introduction & Overview of the Lindsey Clancy Case 01:05 – The Insanity Defense and the Prosecution's Burden 03:30 – Patrick Clancy's Testimony & Evidence Surrounding the Killings 10:05 – Postpartum Mental Health, Medical Providers & Claims the System Failed Her 12:45 – Prison vs. a Mental Health Facility After an Insanity Verdict 14:55 – The Deadlocked Jury and Reported 11–1 Split 15:55 – Why the Defense May Want Continued Deliberations Instead of a Mistrial 20:10 – Would Prosecutors Retry Lindsey Clancy After a Mistrial? 22:30 – The Unusual Appeal and Attempt to Stay the Mistrial 23:10 – Can the Judge Remove and Replace the Holdout Juror? 25:35 – Civil Lawsuits Against Medical Providers & Their Impact on the Criminal Case 29:00 – What Happens Next in the Lindsey Clancy Case? Subscribe to The Dirty Verdict for more conversations about major trials, legal news, courtroom strategy, and the stories behind some of the most talked-about cases in the country.

The Dirty Verdict takes on the highly publicized Lindsey Clancy murder trial and the legal battle surrounding her insanity defense. Peter Taaffe, Kyle Herbert, and Bill Ogden are joined by Houston criminal defense attorney Anthony Osso to break down the case, the evidence presented at trial, and the extraordinary circumstances surrounding a jury that appears hopelessly deadlocked. The group examines the prosecution's argument that Clancy understood the wrongfulness of her actions, including evidence surrounding her husband leaving the home before the deaths of their three children. They also discuss the defense's contention that Clancy was suffering from severe postpartum mental illness and could not legally appreciate or control her actions. Anthony explains how insanity defenses work, what happens when a defendant is found not guilty by reason of insanity, and the important differences between Massachusetts and Texas law. The conversation also explores the reported 11–1 jury split, the lone holdout juror, whether a judge can replace a juror during deliberations, and why Clancy's defense attorney may have preferred continued deliberations over a mistrial. The episode concludes with a look at what could happen next if a mistrial is declared, the likelihood prosecutors retry the case, and how the related civil lawsuits against Clancy's medical providers could potentially intersect with future criminal proceedings. Highlights 00:00 – Introduction & Overview of the Lindsey Clancy Case 01:05 – The Insanity Defense and the Prosecution's Burden 03:30 – Patrick Clancy's Testimony & Evidence Surrounding the Killings 10:05 – Postpartum Mental Health, Medical Providers & Claims the System Failed Her 12:45 – Prison vs. a Mental Health Facility After an Insanity Verdict 14:55 – The Deadlocked Jury and Reported 11–1 Split 15:55 – Why the Defense May Want Continued Deliberations Instead of a Mistrial 20:10 – Would Prosecutors Retry Lindsey Clancy After a Mistrial? 22:30 – The Unusual Appeal and Attempt to Stay the Mistrial 23:10 – Can the Judge Remove and Replace the Holdout Juror? 25:35 – Civil Lawsuits Against Medical Providers & Their Impact on the Criminal Case 29:00 – What Happens Next in the Lindsey Clancy Case? Subscribe to The Dirty Verdict for more conversations about major trials, legal news, courtroom strategy, and the stories behind some of the most talked-about cases in the country.

The Dirty Verdict takes on the highly publicized Lindsey Clancy murder trial and the legal battle surrounding her insanity defense. Peter Taaffe, Kyle Herbert, and Bill Ogden are joined by Houston criminal defense attorney Anthony Osso to break down the case, the evidence presented at trial, and the extraordinary circumstances surrounding a jury that appears hopelessly deadlocked. The group examines the prosecution's argument that Clancy understood the wrongfulness of her actions, including evidence surrounding her husband leaving the home before the deaths of their three children. They also discuss the defense's contention that Clancy was suffering from severe postpartum mental illness and could not legally appreciate or control her actions. Anthony explains how insanity defenses work, what happens when a defendant is found not guilty by reason of insanity, and the important differences between Massachusetts and Texas law. The conversation also explores the reported 11–1 jury split, the lone holdout juror, whether a judge can replace a juror during deliberations, and why Clancy's defense attorney may have preferred continued deliberations over a mistrial. The episode concludes with a look at what could happen next if a mistrial is declared, the likelihood prosecutors retry the case, and how the related civil lawsuits against Clancy's medical providers could potentially intersect with future criminal proceedings. Highlights 00:00 – Introduction &amp; Overview of the Lindsey Clancy Case 01:05 – The Insanity Defense and the Prosecution's Burden 03:30 – Patrick Clancy's Testimony &amp; Evidence Surrounding the Killings 10:05 – Postpartum Mental Health, Medical Providers &amp; Claims the System Failed Her 12:45 – Prison vs. a Mental Health Facility After an Insanity Verdict 14:55 – The Deadlocked Jury and Reported 11–1 Split 15:55 – Why the Defense May Want Continued Deliberations Instead of a Mistrial 20:10 – Would Prosecutors Retry Lindsey Clancy After a Mistrial? 22:30 – The Unusual Appeal and Attempt to Stay the Mistrial 23:10 – Can the Judge Remove and Replace the Holdout Juror? 25:35 – Civil Lawsuits Against Medical Providers &amp; Their Impact on the Criminal Case 29:00 – What Happens Next in the Lindsey Clancy Case? Subscribe to The Dirty Verdict for more conversations about major trials, legal news, courtroom strategy, and the stories behind some of the most talked-about cases in the country.

S4 Eps 21: Linsday Clancy Trial Analysis w/ Anthony Osso

In this episode, Adam Funk joins hosts Peter Taaffe, Bill Ogden and Kyle Herbert and gives his insight into medical malpractice law, including common cases, legal procedures, and the impact of tort reform in Texas. Listeners will learn about the nuances of medical malpractice claims, legal strategies, and recent legal developments. Key Topics: -- Medical malpractice standards and common cases -- Legal procedures including notice letters and expert reports -- Impact of tort reform and damages caps in Texas -- Strategies for handling malpractice claims and damages -- Recent legal cases and appellate decisions Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Adam Funk and Medical Malpractice 02:11 Common Types of Medical Malpractice Cases 04:07 Legal Procedures: Notice Letters and Expert Reports 07:01 Impact of Tort Reform and Damages Caps in Texas 09:50 Handling Catastrophic and Caped Cases 15:04 Discovery Challenges and Appellate Issues 20:12 Notable Cases and Legal Strategies 24:52 Economic Damages and Future Medical Care 30:07 Infection, Misdiagnosis, and Other Common Claims 34:55 Impact of AI and Future of Medical Malpractice Law

In this episode, Adam Funk joins hosts Peter Taaffe, Bill Ogden and Kyle Herbert and gives his insight into medical malpractice law, including common cases, legal procedures, and the impact of tort reform in Texas. Listeners will learn about the nuances of medical malpractice claims, legal strategies, and recent legal developments. Key Topics: -- Medical malpractice standards and common cases -- Legal procedures including notice letters and expert reports -- Impact of tort reform and damages caps in Texas -- Strategies for handling malpractice claims and damages -- Recent legal cases and appellate decisions Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Adam Funk and Medical Malpractice 02:11 Common Types of Medical Malpractice Cases 04:07 Legal Procedures: Notice Letters and Expert Reports 07:01 Impact of Tort Reform and Damages Caps in Texas 09:50 Handling Catastrophic and Caped Cases 15:04 Discovery Challenges and Appellate Issues 20:12 Notable Cases and Legal Strategies 24:52 Economic Damages and Future Medical Care 30:07 Infection, Misdiagnosis, and Other Common Claims 34:55 Impact of AI and Future of Medical Malpractice Law

Adam Funks breaks down medical malpractice cases in Texas.

"You can go broke by answering the phone and saying yes to everybody." On this week's Dirty Verdict Podcast, we sat down with two lawyers who left established firms to hang their own shingle: Matt Mendoza (Mendoza Law Firm, ~2 years in) and Hogan Leatherwood (soon to be Leatherwood & Schindler, ~1 year in). No fluff. Just the real numbers and the real mistakes. 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗺𝗼𝗻𝗲𝘆 𝗾𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 → Both funded their launch from savings, not loans. Banks want collateral you don't have yet. → First fee after opening: 3-4 months if you're lucky, 8-18 months is the norm. → Rule of thumb: don't leave money in the operating account. It'll get spent. Pay yourself first. 𝗪𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗳𝗶𝗿𝘀𝘁 𝗰𝗮𝘀𝗲𝘀 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 → Not billboards. Not social media. Referrals from people who trusted the lawyer, not the firm name on the door. → Leaving your old firm on good terms pays dividends for years — both guys still get referrals from former employers. 𝗢𝗻 𝗴𝗿𝗼𝘄𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘁𝗲𝗮𝗺 → Hire incrementally. Project your case load 3-6 months out before adding headcount. → A good paralegal is worth their weight in gold — and worth paying like it. → Zero employees is a legitimate model too. Case management software and AI tools can cover a lot of ground for a true solo. 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗿𝗲𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗺𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗺𝗼𝘀𝘁 → Find a banker before you need one. Every guest on this topic said the same thing: the relationship has to exist before the emergency does. → Smaller, relationship-driven banks tend to move faster for small firms than the big names. 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗿𝗲𝗴𝗿𝗲𝘁𝘀 → Both wish they'd started sooner. → Both wish they'd been more selective about which cases they took early on — the "take every call" instinct almost always costs more than it earns. If you're a lawyer thinking about opening your own shop — or you just opened one and you're white-knuckling it — this episode is worth the hour.

"You can go broke by answering the phone and saying yes to everybody." On this week's Dirty Verdict Podcast, we sat down with two lawyers who left established firms to hang their own shingle: Matt Mendoza (Mendoza Law Firm, ~2 years in) and Hogan Leatherwood (soon to be Leatherwood & Schindler, ~1 year in). No fluff. Just the real numbers and the real mistakes. 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗺𝗼𝗻𝗲𝘆 𝗾𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 → Both funded their launch from savings, not loans. Banks want collateral you don't have yet. → First fee after opening: 3-4 months if you're lucky, 8-18 months is the norm. → Rule of thumb: don't leave money in the operating account. It'll get spent. Pay yourself first. 𝗪𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗳𝗶𝗿𝘀𝘁 𝗰𝗮𝘀𝗲𝘀 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 → Not billboards. Not social media. Referrals from people who trusted the lawyer, not the firm name on the door. → Leaving your old firm on good terms pays dividends for years — both guys still get referrals from former employers. 𝗢𝗻 𝗴𝗿𝗼𝘄𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘁𝗲𝗮𝗺 → Hire incrementally. Project your case load 3-6 months out before adding headcount. → A good paralegal is worth their weight in gold — and worth paying like it. → Zero employees is a legitimate model too. Case management software and AI tools can cover a lot of ground for a true solo. 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗿𝗲𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗺𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗺𝗼𝘀𝘁 → Find a banker before you need one. Every guest on this topic said the same thing: the relationship has to exist before the emergency does. → Smaller, relationship-driven banks tend to move faster for small firms than the big names. 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗿𝗲𝗴𝗿𝗲𝘁𝘀 → Both wish they'd started sooner. → Both wish they'd been more selective about which cases they took early on — the "take every call" instinct almost always costs more than it earns. If you're a lawyer thinking about opening your own shop — or you just opened one and you're white-knuckling it — this episode is worth the hour.

"You can go broke by answering the phone and saying yes to everybody." On this week's Dirty Verdict Podcast, we sat down with two lawyers who left established firms to hang their own shingle: Matt Mendoza (Mendoza Law Firm, ~2 years in) and Hogan Leatherwood (soon to be Leatherwood &amp; Schindler, ~1 year in). No fluff. Just the real numbers and the real mistakes. 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗺𝗼𝗻𝗲𝘆 𝗾𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 → Both funded their launch from savings, not loans. Banks want collateral you don't have yet. → First fee after opening: 3-4 months if you're lucky, 8-18 months is the norm. → Rule of thumb: don't leave money in the operating account. It'll get spent. Pay yourself first. 𝗪𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗳𝗶𝗿𝘀𝘁 𝗰𝗮𝘀𝗲𝘀 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 → Not billboards. Not social media. Referrals from people who trusted the lawyer, not the firm name on the door. → Leaving your old firm on good terms pays dividends for years — both guys still get referrals from former employers. 𝗢𝗻 𝗴𝗿𝗼𝘄𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘁𝗲𝗮𝗺 → Hire incrementally. Project your case load 3-6 months out before adding headcount. → A good paralegal is worth their weight in gold — and worth paying like it. → Zero employees is a legitimate model too. Case management software and AI tools can cover a lot of ground for a true solo. 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗿𝗲𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗺𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗺𝗼𝘀𝘁 → Find a banker before you need one. Every guest on this topic said the same thing: the relationship has to exist before the emergency does. → Smaller, relationship-driven banks tend to move faster for small firms than the big names. 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗿𝗲𝗴𝗿𝗲𝘁𝘀 → Both wish they'd started sooner. → Both wish they'd been more selective about which cases they took early on — the "take every call" instinct almost always costs more than it earns. If you're a lawyer thinking about opening your own shop — or you just opened one and you're white-knuckling it — this episode is worth the hour.

Hanging a Shingle with Matt Mendoza and Hogan Leatherwood

In this wild and wide-ranging episode of Dirty Verdict, the hosts sit down with legendary criminal defense attorney Dan Cogdell for an unfiltered conversation that moves from legal commentary to cultural criticism and back again. Dan talks about the unexpected rise of his own podcast and social media presence, then dives into his sharp perspective on the steep decline in white collar prosecutions, shifting federal priorities, and what that means for defense work today. The conversation also explores Dan's representation of the EPIC Muslim community development in Plano, including the political backlash, lawsuits, and broader questions about religious liberty, fear-based politics, and how certain communities get turned into convenient political targets. Along the way, the episode detours into Enron, jury strategy, high-stakes litigation, the Harris County DA's office, and the changing business of law—making this one of the most candid, chaotic, and thought-provoking episodes yet. Major Topics <ul data-start="1109" data-end="2116"> <li data-section-id="1n2z6k5" data-start="1109" data-end="1208">Dan Cogdell's new podcast, social media growth, and why short-form content has taken off for him</li> <li data-section-id="1dwtyre" data-start="1209" data-end="1306">The dramatic slowdown in federal white collar prosecutions and shifting enforcement priorities</li> <li data-section-id="d6wid" data-start="1307" data-end="1420">Fraud investigations, immigration enforcement, and changes inside the U.S. Attorney's Office and FBI resources</li> <li data-section-id="1v2ows" data-start="1421" data-end="1527"> Dan's representation of the EPIC Muslim community in Plano and the political controversy surrounding it</li> <li data-section-id="1gbp9ao" data-start="1528" data-end="1601"> Islamophobia, media narratives, and the use of fear in modern politics</li> <li data-section-id="1rx7tu4" data-start="1602" data-end="1697"> Enron, Jeff Skilling, Andy Fastow, and Dan's firsthand stories from major white collar cases</li> <li data-section-id="1xm4ry8" data-start="1698" data-end="1814"> Harris County criminal justice, the DA's office, and Sean Teare's leadership compared to the prior administration</li> <li data-section-id="1v7h07b" data-start="1815" data-end="1910"> Jury consulting, mock trials, AI-driven trial tools, and how litigation strategy is evolving</li> <li data-section-id="1arp2cc" data-start="1911" data-end="2012">Big verdicts, wrongful death litigation, and the differences between criminal and civil trial work</li> <li data-section-id="1yjb0fj" data-start="2013" data-end="2116">The business of law, influence, branding, and how lawyers are adapting to media and public attention</li> </ul>

In this wild and wide-ranging episode of Dirty Verdict, the hosts sit down with legendary criminal defense attorney Dan Cogdell for an unfiltered conversation that moves from legal commentary to cultural criticism and back again. Dan talks about the unexpected rise of his own podcast and social media presence, then dives into his sharp perspective on the steep decline in white collar prosecutions, shifting federal priorities, and what that means for defense work today. The conversation also explores Dan's representation of the EPIC Muslim community development in Plano, including the political backlash, lawsuits, and broader questions about religious liberty, fear-based politics, and how certain communities get turned into convenient political targets. Along the way, the episode detours into Enron, jury strategy, high-stakes litigation, the Harris County DA's office, and the changing business of law—making this one of the most candid, chaotic, and thought-provoking episodes yet. Major Topics Dan Cogdell's new podcast, social media growth, and why short-form content has taken off for him The dramatic slowdown in federal white collar prosecutions and shifting enforcement priorities Fraud investigations, immigration enforcement, and changes inside the U.S. Attorney's Office and FBI resources Dan's representation of the EPIC Muslim community in Plano and the political controversy surrounding it Islamophobia, media narratives, and the use of fear in modern politics Enron, Jeff Skilling, Andy Fastow, and Dan's firsthand stories from major white collar cases Harris County criminal justice, the DA's office, and Sean Teare's leadership compared to the prior administration Jury consulting, mock trials, AI-driven trial tools, and how litigation strategy is evolving Big verdicts, wrongful death litigation, and the differences between criminal and civil trial work The business of law, influence, branding, and how lawyers are adapting to media and public attention

In this wild and wide-ranging episode of Dirty Verdict, the hosts sit down with legendary criminal defense attorney Dan Cogdell for an unfiltered conversation that moves from legal commentary to cultural criticism and back again. Dan talks about the unexpected rise of his own podcast and social media presence, then dives into his sharp perspective on the steep decline in white collar prosecutions, shifting federal priorities, and what that means for defense work today. The conversation also explores Dan's representation of the EPIC Muslim community development in Plano, including the political backlash, lawsuits, and broader questions about religious liberty, fear-based politics, and how certain communities get turned into convenient political targets. Along the way, the episode detours into Enron, jury strategy, high-stakes litigation, the Harris County DA's office, and the changing business of law—making this one of the most candid, chaotic, and thought-provoking episodes yet. Major Topics <ul> <li>Dan Cogdell's new podcast, social media growth, and why short-form content has taken off for him</li> <li>The dramatic slowdown in federal white collar prosecutions and shifting enforcement priorities</li> <li>Fraud investigations, immigration enforcement, and changes inside the U.S. Attorney's Office and FBI resources</li> <li> Dan's representation of the EPIC Muslim community in Plano and the political controversy surrounding it</li> <li> Islamophobia, media narratives, and the use of fear in modern politics</li> <li> Enron, Jeff Skilling, Andy Fastow, and Dan's firsthand stories from major white collar cases</li> <li> Harris County criminal justice, the DA's office, and Sean Teare's leadership compared to the prior administration</li> <li> Jury consulting, mock trials, AI-driven trial tools, and how litigation strategy is evolving</li> <li>Big verdicts, wrongful death litigation, and the differences between criminal and civil trial work</li> <li>The business of law, influence, branding, and how lawyers are adapting to media and public attention</li> </ul>

S4 Eps 8: Dan Cogdell and Epic City

In this episode of The Dirty Verdict, Peter Taaffe and Kyle Herbert sit down with returning guests Matt Greenberg and Mike Streich to talk about launching their new firm and what it really looks like to build a modern plaintiff's practice from the ground up. From leaving a successful firm and betting on themselves, to handling overhead, referrals, office space, and admin headaches, Matt and Mike Streich share the honest realities of starting fresh in today's legal market. The conversation also dives into how lawyers are using LinkedIn as a real business development and networking tool, why it matters more than ever for younger lawyers, and how online engagement can actually lead to cases and meaningful professional relationships. Beyond firm ownership, the episode gets into bigger-picture issues in litigation, including deposition conduct, objection gamesmanship, confidentiality clauses in settlements, and why more transparency could help level the playing field for plaintiffs' lawyers. It's a smart, funny, and practical conversation about law practice, entrepreneurship, and the changing business of being a trial lawyer. Important Highlights <ul class="ul1"> <li class="li2">Matt Greenberg and Mike Streich launch their new firm The guys discuss leaving their former firm, opening their own practice in late 2025, and what pushed them to make the leap.</li> <li class="li2">What it's really like to start a law firm in 2026 They break down the practical side of launching a firm today, including office space, software, legal research tools, admin work, and managing overhead.</li> <li class="li2">Why betting on yourself matters Matt and Mike talk about timing, building a bridge before making the jump, and why the fear of regret can be greater than the fear of failure.</li> <li class="li2">How LinkedIn is changing legal networking and referrals The episode explores how LinkedIn has become a real platform for lawyers to build relationships, share ideas, attract referrals, and even generate cases.</li> <li class="li2">Thought leadership and improving law practice culture They discuss using public conversations to challenge common frustrations in litigation and push for better practices across the profession.</li> <li class="li2">Deposition pet peeves and objection abuse Mike and Matt get into sloppy "non-responsive" objections, witness coaching, waiver issues, and the kinds of deposition tactics that frustrate trial lawyers.</li> <li class="li2">Confidentiality clauses in settlements The group talks about why confidentiality provisions often benefit defendants, when they should actually be negotiated, and why plaintiffs' lawyers should push back.</li> <li class="li2">Plaintiff resources and the Texas venue map Matt and Mike explain a resource they built for plaintiff lawyers to compare Texas venues and make more informed filing decisions.</li> </ul>

In this episode of The Dirty Verdict, Peter Taaffe and Kyle Herbert sit down with returning guests Matt Greenberg and Mike Streich to talk about launching their new firm and what it really looks like to build a modern plaintiff's practice from the ground up. From leaving a successful firm and betting on themselves, to handling overhead, referrals, office space, and admin headaches, Matt and Mike Streich share the honest realities of starting fresh in today's legal market. The conversation also dives into how lawyers are using LinkedIn as a real business development and networking tool, why it matters more than ever for younger lawyers, and how online engagement can actually lead to cases and meaningful professional relationships. Beyond firm ownership, the episode gets into bigger-picture issues in litigation, including deposition conduct, objection gamesmanship, confidentiality clauses in settlements, and why more transparency could help level the playing field for plaintiffs' lawyers. It's a smart, funny, and practical conversation about law practice, entrepreneurship, and the changing business of being a trial lawyer. Important Highlights Matt Greenberg and Mike Streich launch their new firm The guys discuss leaving their former firm, opening their own practice in late 2025, and what pushed them to make the leap. What it's really like to start a law firm in 2026 They break down the practical side of launching a firm today, including office space, software, legal research tools, admin work, and managing overhead. Why betting on yourself matters Matt and Mike talk about timing, building a bridge before making the jump, and why the fear of regret can be greater than the fear of failure. How LinkedIn is changing legal networking and referrals The episode explores how LinkedIn has become a real platform for lawyers to build relationships, share ideas, attract referrals, and even generate cases. Thought leadership and improving law practice culture They discuss using public conversations to challenge common frustrations in litigation and push for better practices across the profession. Deposition pet peeves and objection abuse Mike and Matt get into sloppy "non-responsive" objections, witness coaching, waiver issues, and the kinds of deposition tactics that frustrate trial lawyers. Confidentiality clauses in settlements The group talks about why confidentiality provisions often benefit defendants, when they should actually be negotiated, and why plaintiffs' lawyers should push back. Plaintiff resources and the Texas venue map Matt and Mike explain a resource they built for plaintiff lawyers to compare Texas venues and make more informed filing decisions.

In this episode of The Dirty Verdict, Peter Taaffe and Kyle Herbert sit down with returning guests Matt Greenberg and Mike Streich to talk about launching their new firm and what it really looks like to build a modern plaintiff's practice from the ground up. From leaving a successful firm and betting on themselves, to handling overhead, referrals, office space, and admin headaches, Matt and Mike Streich share the honest realities of starting fresh in today's legal market. The conversation also dives into how lawyers are using LinkedIn as a real business development and networking tool, why it matters more than ever for younger lawyers, and how online engagement can actually lead to cases and meaningful professional relationships. Beyond firm ownership, the episode gets into bigger-picture issues in litigation, including deposition conduct, objection gamesmanship, confidentiality clauses in settlements, and why more transparency could help level the playing field for plaintiffs' lawyers. It's a smart, funny, and practical conversation about law practice, entrepreneurship, and the changing business of being a trial lawyer. Important Highlights <ul> <li>Matt Greenberg and Mike Streich launch their new firm The guys discuss leaving their former firm, opening their own practice in late 2025, and what pushed them to make the leap.</li> <li>What it's really like to start a law firm in 2026 They break down the practical side of launching a firm today, including office space, software, legal research tools, admin work, and managing overhead.</li> <li>Why betting on yourself matters Matt and Mike talk about timing, building a bridge before making the jump, and why the fear of regret can be greater than the fear of failure.</li> <li>How LinkedIn is changing legal networking and referrals The episode explores how LinkedIn has become a real platform for lawyers to build relationships, share ideas, attract referrals, and even generate cases.</li> <li>Thought leadership and improving law practice culture They discuss using public conversations to challenge common frustrations in litigation and push for better practices across the profession.</li> <li>Deposition pet peeves and objection abuse Mike and Matt get into sloppy "non-responsive" objections, witness coaching, waiver issues, and the kinds of deposition tactics that frustrate trial lawyers.</li> <li>Confidentiality clauses in settlements The group talks about why confidentiality provisions often benefit defendants, when they should actually be negotiated, and why plaintiffs' lawyers should push back.</li> <li>Plaintiff resources and the Texas venue map Matt and Mike explain a resource they built for plaintiff lawyers to compare Texas venues and make more informed filing decisions.</li> </ul>

S4 Eps 7: Matt Greenberg and Mike Streich

Brad Wyly ande Kelly Cook join the show to discuss several unique cases they have worked on.

Brad Wyly ande Kelly Cook join the show to discuss several unique cases they have worked on.

Episode 5 - Wyly & Cook

Special guest Attorney Brad Wyly of Wyly & Cook, PLLC joins the show to discuss a recent car accident case involving a strange case of 'drop-foot' and the resulting resolution for the client.

Special guest Attorney Brad Wyly of Wyly & Cook, PLLC joins the show to discuss a recent car accident case involving a strange case of 'drop-foot' and the resulting resolution for the client.

Special guest Attorney Brad Wyly of Wyly &amp; Cook, PLLC joins the show to discuss a recent car accident case involving a strange case of 'drop-foot' and the resulting resolution for the client.

Episode 4 - Guest Brad Wyly

Mark Bankston discusses the details of the Alex Jones Trial.

Mark Bankston discusses the details of the Alex Jones Trial.

Episode 3 - Mark Bankston Interview

Peter Taffe interviews Crystal Del Toro as she tells her story.

Peter Taffe interviews Crystal Del Toro as she tells her story.

Episode 2 - Crystal Del Toro Interview

Kyle and Peter dive into several cases, discussing their viewpoints from an attorney's perspective.

Kyle and Peter dive into several cases, discussing their viewpoints from an attorney's perspective.

Episode 1

Get all the dirty details and legal insights from Houston Lawyers, Kyle Herbert and Peter Taffe, as they explore exciting cases.

Kyle Herbert: https://herberttrial.com
Peter Taaffe: https://comeauxmediation.com/attorney/peter-taaffe/
Bill Ogden: https://fbtrial.com/attorneys/bill-ogden/

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Get all the dirty details and legal insights from Houston Lawyers, Kyle Herbert and Peter Taffe, as they explore exciting cases. Kyle Herbert: https://herberttrial.com Peter Taaffe: https://comeauxmediation.com/attorney/peter-taaffe/ Bill Ogden: https://fbtrial.com/attorneys/bill-ogden/

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