Topic: Record-Breaking Trial Attorney Gary Dordick on money & work
Time: May 29, 2026 10:00 AM Pacific Time (US and Canada)
Gary Dordick — Legendary Trial Lawyer & Justice Advocate
Gary Dordick is one of the most accomplished trial lawyers in the United States, known for securing multi-million and nine-figure verdicts for victims of catastrophic injuries, wrongful death, and civil rights violations.
For decades he has built a reputation as a courtroom strategist willing to take on powerful corporations and insurance companies. Dordick is also a mentor to the next generation of trial lawyers and a supporter of legal education, including his philanthropic involvement with Loyola Law School. His work reflects a deep commitment to justice, advocacy, and the power of the jury system.
What You’ll Walk Away With
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Most people have no idea what trial lawyers actually do.
In this conversation we’ll explore:
• The difference between a trial lawyer and a typical attorney
• Why most lawyers never step inside a courtroom
• What it means to present a case to a jury
• How trial lawyers fight against powerful corporations and insurance companies
• Why the jury system remains one of the most important protections for citizensGary Dordick is known for his willingness to take cases to trial, a rare quality in an industry where many cases settle before reaching the courtroom.
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Winning in court requires more than legal knowledge.
It requires strategy, preparation, and psychological insight.
Topics include:
• How trial lawyers think about persuasion
• Preparing for battle in the courtroom
• The importance of storytelling in trials
• Confidence, preparation, and discipline
• Why the best trial lawyers think like strategistsGary Dordick’s courtroom presence and ability to connect with juries has helped him secure some of the largest verdicts in the country.
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Gary Dordick has built a career representing victims in high-stakes cases involving catastrophic injuries.
In this section we’ll explore:
• What it takes to win multi-million and nine-figure verdicts
• How trial lawyers prepare complex cases
• Why catastrophic injury cases require extraordinary preparation
• The role of expert witnesses, evidence, and narrative
• The impact these verdicts have on victims and their familiesThese cases often determine whether injured victims receive the resources they need to rebuild their lives.
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Beyond the courtroom, building a successful law practice requires leadership and vision.
• Building a respected trial law firm
• Developing the next generation of trial lawyers
• The importance of mentorship in law
• Working alongside partners and family in the firm
• Creating a legacy practice that lasts for decadesGary Dordick’s firm represents a multi-generational legal legacy built on reputation, integrity, and results.
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Gary Dordick has also played an important role supporting legal education.
• Why mentorship and legal education matter
• His philanthropic involvement with Loyola Law School
• Supporting programs that train future trial lawyers
• The importance of giving back to the legal communityBy supporting law schools and legal organizations, Dordick is helping ensure the next generation of lawyers continues the fight for justice.
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The legal industry is rapidly evolving.
In this session we’ll discuss:
• How technology and AI may change litigation
• The rise of digital evidence and new legal tools
• How trial lawyers must adapt to modern juries
• The role of storytelling and persuasion in the future courtroom
• Why human advocacy will remain essential -
One of the biggest shifts happening in personal injury law today is the consolidation of large advertising law firms backed by hedge fund capital.
Topics include:
• The rise of billboard lawyer marketing firms
• Private equity investment in personal injury practices
• How advertising-driven firms differ from true trial lawyers
• Why some lawyers rarely take cases to trial
• What this shift means for the future of justiceGary Dordick will share his perspective on how these industry changes impact clients, lawyers, and the legal profession.
OTHER TOPICS INCLUDE
• Lessons from decades in the courtroom
• How juries actually think and make decisions
• The psychology of persuasion in trials
• Mentorship and leadership in the legal profession
• Live Q&A with attendees
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
Lawyers
Law students
Entrepreneurs
Community leaders
Anyone interested in justice, persuasion, and leadership
LIVE Q&A
At the end of the session attendees will be able to ask Gary directly about:
• trial law strategy
• courtroom persuasion
• personal injury litigation
• building a law firm
• the future of the legal industry