Articles & Publications 03.13.24

No Coaches Wanted, Published in ABA Litigation News

Segal McCambridge Senior Associate Jeffrey Marchese was recently featured in the ABA Litigation News on 3/12, shedding light on the complex realm of witness preparation ethics through his article, "No Coaches Wanted." 

In this insightful piece, Jeffrey delves deep into the intricate nuances that distinguish legitimate preparation from unethical coaching, drawing upon Formal Opinion 508 of the ABA’s Standing Committee on Ethics and Professional Responsibility. The article emphasizes the paramount importance of maintaining integrity throughout the witness preparation process to ensure the integrity of witness testimony remains untainted and addresses the evolving landscape of legal proceedings, particularly in light of remote technologies, which present both opportunities and challenges for legal practitioners.

To read the full article, click here [subscriber-based].