Aaronson Rappaport employs a set of carefully developed strategies that enable it to win cases and satisfy clients. The firm:
Leverages Its Reputation – Aaronson Rappaport’s trial partners have a stellar reputation within New York State courtrooms. This reputation is used as a tool to convince the opposition that Aaronson Rappaport is fully prepared and capable of trying the most difficult cases to verdict.
Possesses Local Expertise – Each of the firm’s trial partners generally appears in court in only one or two counties. As a result, they are well known by the Judiciary and sensitive to the likes of particular judges and jurors in that county. This local expertise provides a valuable advantage in New York State, where the makeup of a jury can vary dramatically from county to county.
Uses Small Teams – A small team of lawyers follows each case from beginning to end. This method is much more effective and strategically sound than the “assembly line” approach often favored by other defense firms.
Assigns Cases Effectively – Each case is evaluated based on exposure, complexity and the caliber of the opposition. Cases are then assigned to a trial partner whose skill level exceeds that necessary to win.
Relies on Hands-on Leadership – Aaronson Rappaport’s senior trial partners are intimately involved in the firm’s cases on a day-to-day basis and appear in court regularly.
Minimizes Disbursement Charges – Aaronson Rappaport bills out disbursements (e.g., computerized legal research and photocopies) at cost. The firm does not use disbursements as a hidden profit center.