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 What We Discuss with 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... Sign up for Six-Minute Networking -- our free networking and relationship development mini course -- at jordanharbinger.com/course! Like this show? Please leave us a review here -- even one sentence helps! Full show notes and resources can be found here.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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