Jurors DON’T need a show. They NEED a leader. In this week’s episode, I’m handing you the entire back-of-house blueprint, so you can finally STOP faking confidence and START generating real influence — WITHOUT THE BURNOUT. Ditch the fear-based prep. Drop the performance act. And lead the hell out of your next trial. 🎧 Hit play. Your real influence starts BEFORE the opening. Love, Sari 💖 * * * * JOIN US FOR COMMAND THE COURTROOM: 2-DAY IN-PERSON VOIR DIRE MASTERCLASS WITH SARI DE LA MOTTE * * *...
Jun 27, 2025•1 hr 21 min
People always ask me: " How do I get big verdicts using the H2H Method?" Well… this episode breaks it down. No fluff. Just the real, step-by-step story of how I used H2H to help secure an 8-figure verdict in a REAL case. From the very FIRST consult to the moment the jury DELIVERED the verdict — this is exactly what went down. In this episode, I walk you through: 👉🏽 What I focused on FIRST (before strategy, before storytelling) 👉🏽 The moment we THREW the closing in the trash (and what we did ...
Jun 20, 2025•1 hr 21 min
Waiting to feel confident before stepping into court is like waiting to get in shape BEFORE hitting the gym. Cute idea, but that’s not how this works. PLEASE, for the love of voir dire: ❌ STOP rehearsing defeat. ❌ STOP letting fear run your case. ❌ STOP pretending some “big name” lawyer is better for your case than you are. 🎧 Push past panic, polish your prep, and prove you’ve got what it takes — because you already do. Your clients hired YOU. Don’t you forget that. 🎧 Hit play now. Love, Sari ...
Jun 13, 2025•19 min
Let’s be real… life’s heavy right now. Trial? Even heavier. So I’m bringing back one of MY favorite episodes… Because we could all use a reminder that joy is part of the job 💖 Yep, I said it: If you’re not having fun at trial, you’re doing it wrong. ⚖️ Trial is serious. 💗 Trial is emotional. 🎢 Trial is a rollercoaster. But most importantly… It SHOULD be fun too! You can be a badass in the courtroom and have a good time doing it. It does NOT have to be one or the other. Come back to what made ...
Jun 06, 2025•21 min
Jurors won’t follow a lawyer who second-guesses. If dread runs your prep… it’s running your case. Break the cycle before it breaks your case. 🎧 Hit play now. Love, Sari 💖 Can't get enough of me? Connect with me here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/saridelamotte/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SariSwears Watch on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@saridelamotte Free FB Group for Plaintiff & Criminal Defense Attorneys https://www.facebook.com/groups/fromhostagetohero/...
May 30, 2025•20 min
Bringing back one of the MOST popular debriefs EVER on my podcast. Scott Maucere had a complex securities fraud case — three state laws, seven claims, and 11 defendants. And he shaped it into a sharp and simple story the jury didn’t JUST understand… they BELIEVED in it. And yes… he brought a pink piggy bank into court, pulled out a hammer and made the jury GASP . 🐷 Verdict? $2M, including $1M in punitives. Here’s what Scott shares: 👉🏽 HOW he distilled a legal jungle into 3 simple jury rules —...
May 23, 2025•53 min
Ever walked out of a courtroom feeling defeated and thought, "Maybe I'm not as great as I hoped?" I know you’ve been there. But I want you to remember: 🌟 GREATNESS ISN'T DEFINED BY A VERDICT. 🌟 It’s defined by what you consistently choose to do: 🤝 You show up overprepared — not because you have to, but because you care. 🤝 You don’t just fight uphill battles, you run toward them. 🤝 You turn heartbreak into fuel. Every. Damn. Time. And it's THOSE choices — day after day, trial after trial — t...
May 16, 2025•15 min
Yeah, I turned 50 three years ago... BUT. Everything I said back then? Still true. Maybe truer. This encore episode is about what I’ve learned after five decades of building a life, a business, and a body that BEAT f*cking cancer — and what I REFUSE to do anymore. If you're GRINDING your way to some imaginary finish line… If you're WAITING to enjoy the life you’ve already built… You NEED to hear this. You’re so focused on the end, you’re missing the life happening right NOW. Love, Sari Quote: “T...
May 09, 2025•18 min
Have you ever realized that every verdict you’ve EVER won started BEFORE you “felt” ready? That is because… ⚡ “READY” is a decision, not a feeling. ⚡ Take this 15-minute power shot and hit the ground running: 1️⃣ Myth-buster: Perfection ≈ Procrastination → Fastest path to regret. 2️⃣ Mind-hack: Swap “someday” for “right f–ing now” by reframing this belief. 3️⃣ Action trigger: A 3-word mantra that karate-chops analysis paralysis right in the throat. Count backwards from 3, then just. fucking. go....
May 02, 2025•18 min
Hosted by the one and only Kevin de la Motte — my husband, our lead mindset coach, and beloved “Coach K” to the H2H crew. In this powerful episode, Kevin takes on a habit so MANY trial attorneys cling to: over-preparing. And he shows you how it’s NOT helping your case — in fact, it might be hurting it. Inside, Kevin breaks down: ⚡️ 3 damaging myths about preparation ⚡️ Why you’ll never feel “100% ready” — and why that’s okay ⚡️ What actually wins cases (hint: it’s not your color-coded outline) ⚡...
Apr 25, 2025•22 min
In this special episode, Natalie Woodward shares the story of how she landed a 💥 $77.7 MILLION 💥 MED-MAL VERDICT for a mentally ill, drug-addicted plaintiff — one that became the LARGEST in Georgia’s state history. READ THAT AGAIN. If you’re ready to shatter old stereotypes and deliver results that surpass even your wildest asks, THIS is the game plan you need. 🎧 Listen now and discover how to turn what they call “impossible” into your next big win. 🏆 Xo, Sari Quote: "That's what we talk abo...
Apr 18, 2025•58 min
So, you think you nailed your voir dire… Jurors are bonding with you, they’re engaged, and it feels like a REAL conversation instead of a STALE Q&A. Then, OUT OF NOWHERE, one juror starts “helpfully” suggesting random facts they believe you need. If you’ve ever seen a NEAR-PERFECT VOIR DIRE get blindsided by off-topic tangents, this episode is for YOU. We’re diving into H2H strategies like: 🎯 Stop, Start, String – The ULTIMATE TRIFECTA to smoothly steer jurors back on track. 🎯 Devil’s Advo...
Apr 11, 2025•19 min
Let’s get one thing straight: Time isn’t your problem. You don’t need another planner, color-coded calendar, or “productivity hack.” What do you NEED ? A complete rewire of how you think about time — and yourself. In this episode, I’m calling bullshit on the time management cult and sharing what actually works when you’re ready to stop living in overwhelm and start creating the life you actually want. If you’ve ever said, “I just need to get through this day/week/month,” this episode is for you....
Apr 04, 2025•1 hr 3 min
Ever dread facing awkward courtroom moments or uncomfortable topics with jurors? 🥴 You're not alone. I recently sat down with Heather Mitchell — a total badass trial lawyer who won a whopping $7.5 million medical malpractice verdict. Her secret? Bravely tackling tough topics like HPV, sexual history, and invisible injuries head-on. Heather shares how she moved past her fear of awkward courtroom silence (cue crickets). She reveals exactly HOW she shut down the potential "slut-shaming" defense be...
Mar 28, 2025•54 min
The truth is, facts ALONE won’t get you the 6-FIGURE WINNING VERDICT. If your voice is stuck in monotone (which I know most of y’all are guilty of, because that’s one of the very first things we work on… AHEM!), you’re handing your jury an invitation to… MENTALLY. CHECK. THE. FUCK. OUT. In this episode, we break down how to harness genuine emotion by diving into the minor mindset shifts and vocal tweaks that transform bland openings into compelling, authentic, jury-winning stories. Tune in and l...
Mar 21, 2025•19 min
This week, I’m talking with Jody Moore, a powerhouse trial lawyer who hit a breaking point and had to ask herself: 👉🏼 Is it possible to be a successful attorney without sacrificing my sanity? Here’s what we’re covering: ✅ The real reason most trial lawyers burn out (hint: it’s not the workload). ✅ How to stop feeling like you have to “do it all” and still kick ass in the courtroom. ✅ Why making small shifts internally can completely transform your career — and your life. Jody went from overwhe...
Mar 14, 2025•40 min
Ever catch yourself bending over backwards to seem perfect — only to feel like a phony anyway? Sara Williams once said, “Freedom is understanding that you cannot control how other people perceive you,” Stop letting external opinions define your self-worth. I’m gonna say it again. 🔥STOP LETTING EXTERNAL OPINIONS DEFINE YOUR SELF-WORTH🔥 This week’s episode is all about saying goodbye to that mental straitjacket. Ready to stop hustling for approval and start trusting yourself? 🎧 Hit play now and...
Mar 07, 2025•40 min
In today’s podcast, I’m diving into why documented processes (yeah, those boring SOPs you’ve been avoiding) are actually the secret to scaling your practice and getting your damn life back. 🚫 Stop micromanaging. 🚫 Stop re-explaining. ✅ Start running your firm like a CEO. Xo, Sari Mentions: The Big Leap by Gay Hendricks Quote: ‘Why can’t people read my mind?’ I mean, you don’t say that, but that’s really what you’re wanting people to do. And so my answer to that is, because you haven’t told the...
Feb 28, 2025•19 min
Most attorneys think their job is to present information to the jury. But here’s the truth: presenting isn’t enough — you NEED to perform. The best trial attorneys don’t JUST deliver a case. They OWN the courtroom, COMMAND attention, and MOVE jurors to action. Here’s what we’re covering: 💡 The four levels of trial presentation — and why most attorneys never reach the final stage. 🛑 Why writing out your opening statement could be quietly killing your persuasion. 🔥 How to stop “presenting” and ...
Feb 21, 2025•18 min
Ever found yourself scrambling to come up with voir dire questions and hoping they land Stop. Right. There. Asking, “What should I ask in voir dire?” is like asking “What turn should I take?” without knowing where you’re headed. Before you focus on the questions, you need to know the destination. In this power-packed 15-minute episode, we’re breaking down how to craft a voir dire strategy that actually inspires jurors to take action in favor of your case instead of leaving them confused or disen...
Feb 14, 2025•16 min
Should you talk about money in voir dire? Before you panic and say, “No way, Sari! That’s too risky!” — HEAR ME OUT. In this episode, I’m diving into one of the most controversial questions in jury selection: Should you tell jurors the number you’re asking for? Spoiler alert: I usually say yes. BUT , (and it’s a big but) HOW and WHEN you bring it up makes all the difference. Here’s what we’re covering: 💰 Why saying the number early could backfire (and when it actually works in your favor). 💰 H...
Feb 07, 2025•32 min
Let’s talk about the preponderance of the evidence. You know, the thing that’s supposed to make your job easier but somehow ends up confusing the hell out of your jury? 🤯 In this week’s episode, you’ll learn how to STOP shooting yourself in the foot during voir dire. 🎙️ Tune in and fix your voir dire strategy today. Xo, Sari "So if what they want is to really be sure before they hand over this money—which again, yes, it’s not their money, but they’re in charge of it for all intents and purpose...
Jan 31, 2025•16 min
You know that endless to-do list that never stops chasing you? Yeah, I ditched that ages ago. Instead, I’ve found a system that’s SAVED my sanity — and my schedule. Here’s what we’re covering in the episode: ⏰Why working against your natural energy cycles is setting you up for burnout. ⏰How to schedule your time first (yes, before work and everyone else). ⏰The genius way I’ve stopped letting random tasks derail my day. Spoiler alert: this system has helped me stay productive while working less t...
Jan 24, 2025•20 min
“This case was a mess — so many moving parts, we were overwhelmed. But H2H changed everything. With Sari and Jody’s help, we turned that chaos into a $20 MILLION DOLLAR verdict.” — Nick and Shauna 🌪️ A med mal case tangled in chaos? CHECK . 💰 A $10 MILLION DOLLAR offer mid-trial? DECLINED. 💪 Confidence in their prep and jury ? UNSHAKEABLE. Nick and Shauna didn’t just survive the storm — they CONQUERED the fuck out of it. Need I say more? Listen NOW and learn how a high-stakes med mal case tur...
Jan 17, 2025•57 min•Season 7Ep. 277
Let’s talk about mindset shifts that ACTUALLY WIN TRIALS. Anna Martinez ditched the fear-driven playbook and leaned into the POWER of juror connection. The result? 🎯 A CAREER-BOOSTING WIN. In this week’s episode, Anna breaks down the H2H strategies that led her to a confident, concise, and powerful case presentation: ✨ Step 1: Make voir dire count. Anna turned the awkward Q&A into a real conversation, making jurors feel respected , heard , and ready to stand behind her client. 🧠 Step 2: Si...
Jan 10, 2025•48 min•Season 7Ep. 276
Ever wonder what happens when someone learns the H2H Method on a Friday... and then walks into jury selection on Monday and crushes it? 😳 Meet Frank Fratello, a trial attorney who took what he learned at my voir dire training at TLU and turned it into a jaw-dropping $2.1 MILLION verdict. And trust me, this case had everything stacked against him — no visible injuries, a plaintiff who looked too healthy, AND a pre-trial million-dollar offer that most would’ve grabbed. But Frank said, "Nope. Let’...
Jan 03, 2025•47 min•Season 7Ep. 275
Let’s be real — holidays aren’t all twinkling lights and cozy vibes. In this week’s episode, we’re diving into 7 strategies to protect your energy during the holiday chaos. Here’s a sneak peek: 🎯 How to Say No: Without guilt. Without drama. Without over-explaining. 🎯 How to create boundaries that keep you sane and stress-free. 🎯 Why the “Grey Rock” technique is a lifesaver for dealing with toxic relatives. 🎯 How to find joy without bending over backward to meet everyone else’s expectations. ...
Dec 20, 2024•27 min•Season 7Ep. 274
❗ NEWSFLASH – instructing the jurors to put a value on non-economic damages is like asking someone to build a piece of IKEA furniture without the instruction manual. Jurors are practically BEGGING you for a formula, and without guidance, they often feel resigned to the task well before deliberation even begins. **THE DAMAGES HOUSE HAS ENTERED THE CHAT** 🏠 The Damages House is a powerful visual approach that organizes each of your state’s jury charges into “rooms” in a house, providing jurors wi...
Dec 13, 2024•36 min•Season 7Ep. 273
I sat down with Coach Jody and Coach Marlo to discuss a smarter and more intentional way to tackle depositions. MOST attorneys are doing them on autopilot, and we’re here to show you HOW to approach them with purpose and creativity. Here’s what we cover: ➡ WHY fact-finding depos alone are holding you back and how to flip the narrative. ➡ THE DIFFERENCE between being reactive and proactive in depo prep. (Spoiler: one gets you better results.) ➡ HOW to bring the same clarity and confidence from vo...
Dec 06, 2024•32 min•Season 7Ep. 272
What does it take to turn a tough case into a $262.5 MILLION VERDICT ? This week, we’re breaking down the career-changing H2H strategies behind one of the biggest dram shop cases in history. Here’s what’s in store for you: 💡 How to simplify your opening statement without losing the jury’s attention. 🧠 How juror-centric voir dire builds trust and turns jurors into allies. 🎯 The mindset shifts that let the team to let go and to trust jurors to do the right thing. 🔥 The “truth torch” method tha...
Nov 29, 2024•53 min•Season 7Ep. 271
