In our most recent episode, we have the pleasure of hearing from three accomplished women litigators who get candid about the micro- and macro-moves that let you own the room. This podcast episode brings together Susan Keesler (Partner at McCormick & Priore and former Philadelphia ADA), Erica A. Shikunov (an employment litigator at Jackson Lewis), and Terry Sachs (Counsel to the Pennsylvania Supreme Court), whose careers span courtroom trials to arguments before the U.S. Supreme Court.
The panel compares styles, measured firmness versus cool detachment, and shares practical habits that project confidence. You’ll also get mindset shifts for boundary-setting, tips for handling interruptions and threats mid-deposition, and a reminder that poise is power. Through real deposition stories (being mistaken for the court reporter, resetting the tone with “indoor voices,” letting opponents overshare), they show how to turn bias into leverage, set firm boundaries, and stay in control. This actionable, witty, and refreshing episode gives you language you can use tomorrow and the confidence to use it.
You can reach Susan Keesler via email at skeesler@mccormickpriore.com or via telephone at (215) 972-0161, as well as Erica A. Shikunov via email at Erica.Shikunov@jacksonlewis.com or via telephone at (267) 319-7802.
The episode can be found on Apple Podcasts or Spotify.