In this episode of The Litigator’s Edge, host Aniket Sawant sits down with Krista Stoumbos, Partner at Tyson & Mendes, who has taken nearly 50 cases to trial.

From defending catastrophic injury claims to handling sensitive cases involving abuse, Krista shares what it really takes to perform under pressure in the courtroom, and how top trial lawyers think when millions are on the line.

The conversation dives deep into the growing challenge of “nuclear verdicts” and the proven strategies used to defuse them. Krista breaks down a powerful four-part framework: giving juries a damages anchor, humanizing defendants, addressing non-economic harm, and knowing when to accept responsibility.

Beyond strategy, this episode explores the realities of trial law, from early public defender experience to building courtroom confidence, mentoring the next generation, and adapting to AI in litigation.

If you want to understand how elite trial lawyers actually win cases, this episode is a masterclass.

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In this episode of The Litigator’s Edge, host Aniket Sawant sits down with Shahzad Qadri, Partner at Wong Fleming and Chair of Corporate & Immigration, for a candid and wide-ranging conversation on what it truly means to be a modern lawyer: versatile, technology-forward, and ethical.

From graduating from law school at just 20 years old to starting his career as a prosecutor, Shahzad shares how early courtroom experience shaped his confidence, decision-making, and long-term approach to law.

This conversation goes beyond traditional legal paths, diving into global transactions, corporate immigration, AI governance, and the importance of ethical boundaries in high-stakes legal work.

Shahzad also breaks down the principles of Islamic finance, offering a unique perspective on interest-free, fairness-driven financial systems, and reflects on his work supporting communities, entrepreneurs, and refugees.

In this episode:

• Why courtroom experience makes better transactional lawyers

• The rise of the “generalist lawyer” in a specialized world

• Immigration strategy for global investors and businesses

• AI, privacy, and the future of legal advisory

• Ethical decision-making in complex client situations

• Understanding Islamic finance in modern law

• Giving back: leadership, mentorship, and community impact

  
  

  If you're a lawyer, founder, or someone interested in how law intersects with global business, ethics, and technology, this episode offers a powerful and unique perspective on the future of the profession.

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What started with emails in the Enron era…is now becoming an AI-driven transformation of the entire legal system.

In this episode of The Litigator’s Edge, Aniket Sawant sits down with Marla Crawford, General Counsel at Cimplifi and a pioneer in eDiscovery, to unpack how legal technology has evolved over the past two decades and where it’s headed next.

From spending 22 years at Jones Day to building Goldman Sachs’ first eDiscovery program, Marla has been at the center of some of the biggest shifts in litigation and legal operations.

This conversation dives into:

• How eDiscovery evolved from manual review to AI-powered workflows
• What really changed after Enron and the rise of email evidence
• How AI is transforming document review, billing, and legal careers
• The growing role of legal technologists in modern law
• Why lawyers must adapt to AI while maintaining ethical oversight
• The story behind the Splash movement and advocacy beyond law

This is not just about legal tech, it’s about how the entire profession is being reshaped in real time.

#LegalTech #AIinLaw #EDiscovery #Litigation #LegalInnovation #ArtificialIntelligence #Lawyers #LegalIndustry #FutureOfWork #LegalAI #InHouseCounsel #Compliance #DigitalTransformation