Ben Rubinowitz

Published on: September 15, 2023

Ben Rubinowitz – Tough, But Worth it: Becoming a Great Trial Lawyer and Unforgettable Moments

Are you disciplined enough to keep going even when you’re tired? Practicing law can feel like an endurance test, but discipline is critical if you want to be a champion trial lawyer.

In the last episode of Trial Lawyers University (click to listen), Dan Ambrose is joined by veteran trial lawyer Ben Rubinowitz, our Managing Partner. As a leading trial lawyer, Ben’s successes include 28 verdicts and over 180 settlements in excess of one million dollars in cases arising out of car accidents, premises accidents, construction accidents, medical malpractice, civil rights violations and product liability.

Tune in as Dan and Ben discuss how discipline is the key to success as a trial lawyer, why virtual trials are a bad idea, and the time that Ben interrupted the best opening statement of his life to jump over a jury box and render CPR to a juror.

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Published on: August 15, 2023

Unlocking the Art of a Killer Cross-Examination: An Exclusive Session with Trial Lawyer Ben Rubinowitz

By GGCRBHS&M

If you’ve ever been captivated by courtroom dramas, chances are you’ve wondered about the intricate dance that is cross-examination. It’s the moment when a trial lawyer takes center stage, deftly questioning a witness from the opposing side. It’s a battle of wits, a strategic display of skill, and an art form all its own. And now, an opportunity to unravel the secrets behind a “killer cross” is just around the corner.

Mark your calendars for Tuesday, September 12th, as the renowned trial lawyer, Ben Rubinowitz, steps into the spotlight at the Golden Gate University School of Law’s Litigation Center. With a reputation that precedes him, Rubinowitz is set to share his wisdom, experience, and insights on mastering the art of cross-examination.

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Published on: July 17, 2023

Elevate Your Courtroom Performance: Join Ben Rubinowitz for a One-Day Trial School Event

By GGCRBHS&M

Are you a legal professional looking to enhance your trial advocacy skills and achieve greater success in the courtroom? We invite you to attend Trial School, a one-day event taking place on July 19th in White Plains, NY. Led by renowned faculty members Ben Rubinowitz, Jeff Korek, and Andrew Finkelstein, this program offers invaluable insights and practical strategies to elevate your courtroom performance. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from respected figures in the field and network with peers who share your passion for the law.

Exploring the Intricacies of Jury Selection: One of the crucial elements in a successful trial is selecting the right jury. At Trial School, you will delve into the intricacies of jury selection and learn how to identify potential biases and prejudices. Discover effective techniques for striking a balance between objective analysis and intuitive decision-making, enabling you to build a persuasive case from the start.

Mastering the Art of Cross-Examination: Cross-examination is an art that requires meticulous planning, quick thinking, and effective communication skills. During this program, you will gain comprehensive knowledge of cross-examination techniques that can help you challenge witness testimony, highlight inconsistencies, and strengthen your case. Learn from experienced practitioners who will share their insights and guide you through real-life scenarios.

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Published on: June 15, 2023

A Friendly Reminder: New York State Trial Lawyers Association ‘Master Series’ CLE Webinar Panel Tomorrow

By GGCRBHS&M

Just a friendly reminder that tomorrow, The New York State Trial Lawyers Association is hosting a daylong continuing legal education (CLE) master series. This event offers a unique opportunity to gain insights from some of the most successful trial attorneys of the past half-century. The faculty, chaired by our esteemed managing partner Ben Rubinowitz and featuring our partner Marijo Adimey, collectively represent over 200 years of invaluable experience. NYSTLA President Thomas P. Valet describes this event as an “unprecedented coming together” of legal talent.

Don’t miss out on this exceptional event! Join us tomorrow for a day filled with enriching discussions and invaluable knowledge-sharing. Register now to secure your spot at this esteemed webinar panel.

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Published on: June 5, 2023

Ben Rubinowitz to chair the NYSTLI Master Series; Marijo Adimey as faculty among other prestigious NY Trial Lawyers

By GGCRBHS&M

Our managing partner, Ben Rubinowitz, will chair the New York State Trial Lawyers Institute’s Master Series 2023, and our partner, Marijo Adimey, will be a faculty member. The seminar will take place on June 16, 2023, from 9:30 AM to 5:30 PM, in person or online.

How do some of the most talented lawyers in New York consistently achieve the very best results for their clients? How do they deal with problems that have the potential to destroy their case? Over the last 35 years a small group of lawyers have repeatedly attained the very best results for their clients at trial. Learn the answers to these questions: Why did the jury return such a large award? How did the lawyer ask for money damages? How did the lawyer work with favorable and unfavorable trial evidence? How did the lawyer deal with problem areas during jury selection?

This seminar will demonstrate what these lawyers do and say in Opening Statements and Closing Arguments to achieve spectacular results. It will also focus on the way in which they dealt with tough and problematic issues during jury selection. Every member of this renowned faculty has obtained multiple million dollar verdicts. Trial demonstrations are what this program is all about. As an added bonus a portion of this program will be devoted to legal ethics at trial.

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Published on: April 3, 2023

Ben Rubinowitz to speak about Medical Malpractice at the 2023 National Conference of the American Urologic Association

By GGCRBHS&M

Our Managing Partner, Ben Rubinowitz, has been asked to share his expertise in Medical Malpractice cases at the National Conference of the American Urologic Association. More than 30,ooo urologists from around the world attend this conference. The 2023 AUA Annual Meeting will take place in Chicago from April 28th to May 1st 2023.

Ben will be a Faculty member for a course directed by Mitchell Benson, MD, from Columbia University and entitled “Avoiding Medical Malpractice. What you need to know. What you can do. Case Presentations and Review”

Course Description: This course will explore what constitutes medical malpractice and what differentiates medical malpractice from criminal conduct. You will learn about defining the standard of care as it relates to patient outcomes. Most importantly, you will learn about what steps you need to take to defend yourself if named in a malpractice litigation and who to trust.

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Published on: November 4, 2022

Ben Rubinowitz to speak at Trial School Symposium in Denver, CO

By GGCRBHS&M

Our managing partner, Ben Rubinowitz, a top New York Trial Attorney, will be speaking about “Using the Cross Examination of Common Sense” at the Trial School Symposium that will take place in Denver, CO from November 17th to November 20, 2022.

During this 3-day event, you’ll learn and workshop the latest mixed method advocacy approaches for two of the hardest skills to master, Voir Dire and Cross Examination from a nationally recognized faculty. The program will feature an intensive program of study incorporating a combination of daily lecture presentations and small group break-out sessions each afternoon.

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Published on: September 15, 2022

Ben Rubinowitz just conducted Grand Rounds for the Department of Radiology at Mount Sinai Hospital in NYC

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Our Managing Partner Ben Rubinowitz conducted Grand Rounds for the Department of Radiology at Mount Sinai Hospital in NYC. The talk was titled ”Preventing Medical Malpractice.”

In this presentation Mr Rubinowitz showed real life examples of medical negligence and then cross examined various residents, fellows and attending physicians to educate them on medical errors that had taken place in the past that resulted in injury and death to his clients.

The point of the lecture and demonstration was to teach medical residents and attending physicians about medical failures which were preventable — but when not properly and timely addressed, those failures and omissions often lead to catastrophic injury.

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Published on: August 22, 2022

Peter Saghir and Ben Rubinowitz served as faculty at the 2022 Legal Services Advocacy Program in New York

By GGCRBHS&M

Last week our partner Peter Saghir and our managing partner Ben Rubinowitz served as faculty at the American Bar Association (ABA) Litigation Section and National Institute for Trial Advocacy (NITA) Legal Services Advocacy Program held in New York City. This program offers free two-day intensive trial advocacy training to attorneys who do not usually have access to this type of training.

During the workshop, Peter and Ben volunteered their time to train lawyers in the art of trial advocacy who work at various services for indigent clients including Prisoners Legal Services of New York, The Legal Aid Society of Northeastern New York, Bronx legal services, Queens legal services, The Urban Justice Center, The Brooklyn defender services, The Federal Public Defender, and Staten Island legal services.

Published on: August 15, 2022

Ben Rubinowitz to be a faculty member at “Case Framing: How to Identify and Prove Good “I Just Can’t Get Over” Issues, and How to Overcome Bad Ones” Webinar

By GGCRBHS&M

Come to listen to our partner Ben Rubinowitz and other trial legends including Mark Mandell, Judy Livingston, Paul Luvera and Danielle Mason as they discuss the Case Framing theory and give you guidance on identifying issues that jurors “just can’t get over,” proving good issues, and overcoming bad issues. You’ll learn about the science behind case framing, how to adjust your discovery, and turning seemingly negative facts into facts that work to your advantage.

This webinar organized by the American Association for Justice will take place on Thursday, September 29,2022 between 1:00 pm and 5:00 pm with the following Agenda:

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