Verdict Review Checklist
Post-verdict review run by the trial team after a jury returns. Captures verdict-form integrity, judgment entry, post-trial motion analysis, and the client's direction on appeal vs. enforcement vs. settlement.
6 sections
18 steps
1
Case Information Verification
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Pull the matter file from the DMS
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Confirm party names against the verdict form
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Verify case number, court, and presiding judge
2
Verdict Form Review
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Review the verdict form for completeness
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Check special verdict answers for consistency
3
Damages and Judgment Entry
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Itemize compensatory and punitive damages
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Calculate prejudgment interest and taxable costs
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Confirm entry of judgment on the docket
4
Post-Trial Motions Analysis
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Assess grounds for Rule 50(b) or Rule 59 relief
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Calendar the 28-day post-trial motion deadline
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Draft and file the post-trial motion
5
Appeal and Enforcement Planning
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Determine the FRAP 4 or state appeal deadline
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Prepare the notice of appeal
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Build the judgment enforcement plan
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Open post-verdict settlement negotiations
6
Client Communication and File Update
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Send the verdict summary letter to the client
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Update matter status and budget in the PMS
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Calendar all post-verdict deadlines with redundancy
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