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.

Use this workflow
1

Case Information Verification

  1. Pull the matter file from the DMS
  2. Confirm party names against the verdict form
  3. Verify case number, court, and presiding judge
2

Verdict Form Review

  1. Review the verdict form for completeness
  2. Check special verdict answers for consistency
3

Damages and Judgment Entry

  1. Itemize compensatory and punitive damages
  2. Calculate prejudgment interest and taxable costs
  3. Confirm entry of judgment on the docket
4

Post-Trial Motions Analysis

  1. Assess grounds for Rule 50(b) or Rule 59 relief
  2. Calendar the 28-day post-trial motion deadline
  3. Draft and file the post-trial motion
5

Appeal and Enforcement Planning

  1. Determine the FRAP 4 or state appeal deadline
  2. Prepare the notice of appeal
  3. Build the judgment enforcement plan
  4. Open post-verdict settlement negotiations
6

Client Communication and File Update

  1. Send the verdict summary letter to the client
  2. Update matter status and budget in the PMS
  3. Calendar all post-verdict deadlines with redundancy