We Are Trial Lawyers
Why It Matters That We Are Trial Lawyers
At Rafferty Domnick Cunningham & Yaffa, being a trial lawyer isn’t a title—it’s an identity. It means carrying a client’s story into the courtroom with absolute preparation, discipline, and presence. The night before trial, we’re not just reviewing files—we’re thinking about how to earn a jury’s trust, how to center ourselves under pressure, and how to make sure the truth is impossible to ignore.
Trial lawyers change the equation. From day one of a case, our strategy is shaped by the knowledge that we can and will try it. That readiness forces the other side to take us far more seriously. It sharpens negotiations, it sets the tone in the courtroom, and it makes clear that we don’t back down when the stakes are high.
Great trial work is more than skill—it’s adaptability, intensity, and persuasion. It’s knowing how to pivot when the unexpected happens, how to cross-examine with precision, and how to deliver arguments that move a jury’s heart as much as their head. A lawyer can prepare for trial. A trial lawyer knows how to win it.
At the end of the day, being a trial lawyer is about serving people. It’s about walking into court with a client’s trust, telling their story with authenticity, and standing with them until the verdict is read. That’s why it matters that we at RDCY are trial lawyers. It’s what defines our firm, and it’s what delivers justice when nothing else will.
Sean Domnick of RDCY explains why the right to a jury trial is foundational to American justice — and how taking on the world’s largest corporations on behalf of individuals is both a privilege and a responsibility.
Greg Yaffa shares what separates real trial lawyers from those who just claim the title — and the unforgettable moment with his client, Kevin Whitney, that defined the meaning of purpose in the courtroom. From fighting a bad-faith insurance case to witnessing a client’s unwavering determination to help others walk again, this story shows the heart and grit behind true trial advocacy.
RDCY trial attorney Nicole Kruegel shares why being a trial lawyer is one of the most rewarding roles she could imagine — from holding powerful institutions accountable to changing dangerous systems. It’s about telling the truth in its purest form so juries truly see, hear, and believe the story.
Halley B. Lewis IV shares how RDCY’s leadership fosters true trial talent, encourages younger attorneys to get real courtroom experience, and refuses to settle for less than full value for clients. Drawing on lessons from his father about the power of storytelling, Halley explains why painting the clearest picture for the jury is key — and why RDCY will take a case all the way to trial if that’s what justice requires.
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