Dr. Julie Howe is the primary designer and facilitator of the firms services. Drawing on 10 years of diverse experience in the field of trial consulting, Dr. Howe works closely with plaintiff, defense and corporate counsel, in federal and state venues, to effectively communicate their clients cases and develop successful trial strategies. Dr. Howe works nationwide with some of the nations top litigators, large and small law firms and with international corporations.
As an integral part of the litigation team, J. Howe Consulting customizes each consulting assignment to fit the clients case and goals. Early involvement in trial preparation allows J. Howe Consulting to maximize its effectiveness. At the same time, the firm remains flexible, quick and responsive to all clients needs and changing trial schedules. Furthermore, J. Howe Consulting conducts all consulting assignments in a professional and ethical manner. The firm regards confidentiality as an essential part of the consulting assignment and client relationship.
Practice Areas
The firm consults on commercial litigation, single and multi-party civil litigation as well as criminal matters. Civil litigation cases range from single issue claims to more complex corporate litigation. Criminal defense experience ranges from white collar crimes to capital work. Dr. Howe has extensive experience in death penalty cases - she has been court-appointed at the federal and state levels as well as retained by defense attorneys and their clients.
Services
J. Howe Consultings services range from initial consultations on specific case issues to full-scale trial strategies that include case consultations, pre-trial research including venue analysis, focus group and mock trial studies - custom designed to match the case needs, as well as witness preparation, assistance with jury selection, support at trial and post trial juror interviews. These services not only help attorneys effectively communicate their clients cases but also assist attorneys in determining risk and reasonable settlement figures.
No matter the consulting service provided, J. Howe Consulting offers insightful and strategic recommendations that strengthen an attorneys case on behalf of his or her client.