243: Mark Geragos | How Celebrities Stay out of Jail

Mark Geragos (@markgeragos) is a criminal defense lawyer who has represented high-profile clients like Michael Jackson, Winona Ryder, Gary Condit, Susan McDougal, Chris Brown, and Scott Peterson. He is the co-author of Mistrial: An Inside Look at How the Criminal Justice System Works...and Sometimes Doesn't. 

"You never know what's going to happen -- especially when you're kind of the emergency room doctor of the law." -Mark Geragos 

• How (and why) does a criminal defense lawyer stand up for the rights of someone who seems clearly guilty?
• How nonverbal communication and body language are used effectively in the courtroom.
• The court of public opinion and why it matters today more than ever.
• The skills Mark uses to control his emotions during life and death trials.
• What Mark witnessed in his youth that ensured his choice to defend people from criminal charges rather than prosecute them.
• And much more...

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