Juror Decision-Making Expert, Dr. Dennis Devine Joins ThemeVision

ThemeVision is proud to announce that they have added Dr. Dennis Devine to their experienced consulting team. Dr. Devine, a leading expert in the science of Jury decision-making, and a long time faculty member in the Psychology Department at Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis, recently joined ThemeVision as a consultant. Dr. Devine’s years of research and background in the field of jury decision-making, can now be brought to bear on your clients’ litigation needs. a PDF version of this announcement can be downloaded (PDF Download)

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Amit Patel DTCI Presentation

Amit Patel of ThemeVision presented at the 25th Annual Conference of the Defense Trial Counsel of Indiana (DTCI) in South Bend, Indiana, held on November 15 and 16. Amit spoke with a panel of two other presenters regarding “Litigation Consulting Services, Including the Use of Focus Groups or Mock Trials for Trial Preparation.” His presentation also included an overview of jury selection and graphics consulting.

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ThemeVision Welcomes New Team Member: Keith Slyter

Keith Slyter has joined the ThemeVision team of litigation consultants. Keith, a trial proven "hot seat" operator will bring his presentation technology skills and experience to ThemeVision clients. a PDF version of this announcement can be downloaded (PDF Download) here.

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ThemeVision Consultants Co-author Article on Leveraging Cognitive Science when Mediating Commercial Cases

ThemeVision President, Dr. Dennis Stolle and ThemeVision Consultant Amit Patel recently authored a whitepaper entitled “Leveraging Cognitive Science when Mediating High-Stakes Commercial Cases.” The article discusses how litigators can utilize cognitive psychology to their benefit in negotiation settings. The article was published by Lorman and can be read on the Lorman website (https://www.lorman.com/resources/whitepaper-leveraging-cognitive-science-when-mediating-high-stakes-commercial-cases-107238WP#overview) or a PDF version can be downloaded (PDF Download) here.

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ThemeVision Consultants Co-author Law360 Article on the Science Behind Big Jury Verdicts

ThemeVision President, Dr. Dennis Stolle and ThemeVision Consultant Amit Patel recently authored an article which appeared in Law360. The piece is titled “There Is A Cognitive Science Behind Big Jury Verdicts.” The article discusses the cognitive science behind how jurors struggle with translating their beliefs about harm into a monetary value. The article was published by Law360 on March 30, 2018 and can be seen on the law360 website (https://www.law360.com/productliability/articles/1027997) or a PDF version can be downloaded (PDF Download) here.

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ThemeVision Consultants Now Certified in TrialDirector®

ThemeVision consultants David Bartholomew and Amit Patel have earned TrialDirector® certification. TrialDirector is a leading trial presentation application for organizing and presenting case documents and videos in court. TrialDirector certification requires more than 20 hours of intensive training, followed by successful demonstration of a high level of proficiency. For years, ThemeVision has used TrialDirector, a product of Ipro Tech LLC, in its jury research and graphics consulting services. With the enhanced training and certification, ThemeVision is even better equipped to fill clients’ trial presentation needs. David Bartholomew, ThemeVision’s graphics and presentation consultant, said “TrialDirector certification is a great addition to ThemeVision's graphics and presentation skills. Our clients can rely on ThemeVision to utilize TrialDirector’s resources masterfully and effectively.” Dr. Dennis Stolle, ThemeVision’s president, adds, “Our consultants’ expertise with TrialDirector allows them to work seamlessly with trial teams to organize multimedia case materials and present that evidence in court.” (View Announcement) here.

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Christina Studebaker of ThemeVision presented at the 24th Annual Conference of the Defense Trial Counsel of Indiana (DTCI)

Christina Studebaker of ThemeVision presented at the 24th Annual Conference of the Defense Trial Counsel of Indiana (DTCI) in French Lick, Indiana on November 16 and 17. Christina’s presentation was titled “Why Facts Aren’t Always Persuasive: The Influence of Pre-Existing Beliefs, Unconscious Bias, and Fact-Resistance on Juror Decision Making.” ThemeVision LLC was a Conference sponsor, and Lauren Babchuk and Amit Patel of ThemeVision and the Indianapolis office attended and participated in the Conference.

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Attorneys in the News: Understanding and Engaging with the Media

Trisha Volpe led a CLE seminar and communication training at the American Bar Association’s Annual Conference held in New York City in Aug. 2017. The session supports attorneys in navigating the complicated and sometimes mysterious world of the news media, positioning them to become solid and reliable contacts journalists turn to for depth and perspective. The program provided practical tools to assist attorneys to communicate effectively and strategically in front of any audience while navigating unique ethical issues lawyers face when engaging with the news media. The CLE is part of a long term project Trisha has helped lead over the last several years sponsored by the Minnesota Women Lawyers organization to help advance women in the practice and to encourage new perspectives in news coverage of legal issues.

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ThemeVision at 2017 DTCI Rookie Seminar

ThemeVision LLC, sponsored the 2017 Defense Trial Counsel of Indiana's Rookie Seminar. The seminar, designed for attorneys practicing three years or less and paralegals wishing to advance their knowledge and trial skills, was held on April 28, 2017. David Bartholomew attended the seminars and luncheon. He also represented ThemeVision at the sponsors booth.

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ThemeVision Consultants Teach Recent CLE Seminar on Effective Jury Selection

ThemeVision consultants, Christina Studebaker and Trisha Volpe, taught a national CLE seminar on voir dire and getting the information you need from and about prospective jurors. The seminar focused on how to prepare for and execute an effective jury selection and how to communicate strategically to get important insight from the people who will decide your case. Details about accessing a recording of the seminar can be found at http://www.lorman.com/bookstore/400173EAU?discount_code=Q5129856&p=13389.

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