Jill Schmid

Background

About Jill Schmid

Working in the communication field for over 30 years, Dr. Schmid consults in nearly every area and type of litigation, including MDLs and class actions, for both plaintiffs and defendants. A select list of her case experiences includes: • IP (patent, trademark, copyright): software, hardware, games, clothing, shoes, computer systems, beverages, agricultural /biotech. • Employment: wrongful termination, discrimination, whistleblower, wage and hour, classification, trade secret. • Product Liability: pharmaceuticals, medical devices, toys, automobiles, tires, heaters, electrical and other equipment. • Environmental: CERCLA matters, ground water contamination, asbestos, air contaminants, bad faith litigation resulting from underlying environmental claims. • Business disputes: breach of contract, breach of fiduciary duty, fraud, anti-trust, securities, insurance coverage, franchises. Dr. Schmid's expertise includes: • Principles of effective communication • Juror decision-making • Trial strategy • Framing persuasive appeals • Thematic development • Small group communication • Jury selection • Witness preparation for deposition and trial • Opening statement preparation and delivery • Closing argument preparation and delivery • Litigation graphics for trial, arbitration, bench trials, mediation • Shadow juries • Mock trials • Mock Bench trials • Focus groups • Jury debriefings • Mediation preparation • Arbitration preparation • Public speaking • CLE • Seminars • Gender Communication in the Courtroom