- “George is perhaps the top trial and jury consultant in the United States.”
J. Douglas Baldridge, Head of Litigation, Venable LLP - “Promise never to work on a case opposite Howrey. You’re too good.”
Ben Davidson, Howrey LLP - “I have seen a lot of jury consultants, but you impress me.”
Tina Chappell, Intel - “I don’t want to give you a recommendation – I don’t want anyone else to use you.”
Partner, Fulbright & Jaworski - “I love George.”
Max Tribble, Susman Godfrey LLP voted Texas Super Lawyer 2006 - “[your article] is fantastic and I’ve given it even more broad circulation. I look forward to working with you again in the future.”
Brooke Taylor, Susman Godfrey LLP - “You have been a terrific colleague, and your advice has been keen and thoughtful at every stage.”
John “Buddy” Wester, Robinson Bradshaw & Hinson PC - “Mel [counsel for International Truck & Engine Corporation], who is very hard to please… was especially impressed with your abilities…. He would like an estimate for your assistance in jury selection (‘But it must be George, not someone else’).”
Jeff Patterson, Hartline Dacus LLP - “Thanks for all the hard work that resulted in such a successful exercise today. Just finishing the project was such an accomplishment, but to do it so well was the result of hours of hard work and dedication.”
Sherena Shawrieh, Valero Energy Corporation - “It was a great win! Thanks for being part of the team.”
Greg Gewirtz, Lerner, David, Litenbug, Krumholz & Mentlik LLP - “Plaintiff counsel mentioned you – the voodoo witch doctor in the back… we appreciate the voodoo that you do.”
Robert J. Caldwell, Kolesar & Leatham LLP - “We got a lot closer at trial because of your work. I believe that fervently.”
Tim Durst, Baker & Botts LLP - “The mock was one of the best things we did, and allowed us to plot a different course.”
Mark Samuels, O’Melveny & Myers LLP - “Thanks for your usual good work. Your help was valuable.”
Otis Carroll, Ireland Carroll & Kelly - “You are one of the good guys.”
Nancy Rafuse, Ashe Rafuse & Hill - “I was impressed by your team and the quickness with which you were able to organize the exercise.”
Shane Clanton, Compass Bank - “George worked on our trial from start to finish. The pre-trial research showed an average award of about $80 million; the jury came back later with a $73 million verdict. We felt his counsel was invaluable and would recommend him, without reservation, to anyone.”
Herb Stumberg, Air Measurement Technology, Inc. - “Thanks for running a first-class project on such a short schedule.”
Lance High, Caterpillar, Inc. - “I have done three mock trials with Dr. Speckart over the past several years. Each of them has been enlightening, contributed enormous value to shaping our case, and sometimes frightened us to learn what representative jurors were really thinking.”
Dan Nugent, Nissan USA - “As I have come to expect, your insight, advice, and case evaluation services are invaluable.”
Todd Sawicki, Alston & Bird LLP - “You provided valuable insight, not only in the preparation of the case but to me personally…I certainly learned some things from you.”
Walter Czarnecki, Penske Corporation - “We were very pleased with the mock trials you conducted.”
Mary Schoenhaar, Zurich Insurance Company - “It was great working with you on such short notice….you guys and gals are fantastic!”
Clarence Davis, Nelson Mullins & Riley LLP - “Thanks again for a terrific mock. Everyone – including the client – was impressed with the professionalism and competence displayed by you and your staff.”
Robert Harrell, Fulbright & Jaworski, LLP - “I just wanted to let you know how much I appreciate the invaluable assistance that you and your team provided. We got a great verdict, thanks in part to your great work.”
Darryl Carter, Glickman, Carter & Bachynsky LLP - “As you know, we got a great result in the Dell/Convolve case. I know that Dell and Baker Botts were very pleased with your work.”
Deron Dacus, Ramey Flock LLP - “I wanted to let you know that we obtained a $10.4 Million verdict against Wells Fargo. We felt that the jury selection process went well for us, largely as a result of your tips and pointers on identifying plaintiff and defendant jurors.”
Bailey King, Smith Moore LLP
