About this episode

Shanin Specter discusses his approach to tort law and the role of lawyers in effecting change.

Shanin Specter ’s $25 million verdict against Boeing last November is just one example of his approach to tort: It’s not just about compensation and deterrence. It’s also about sharing important public information. The son of former Pennsylvania senator Arlen Specter, Shanin weighs the different avenues for effecting change – whether it’s in public service, like his father, or in the private sector – in this conversation with host Ben Gideon . Tune in for Shanin’s thoughts about the role of lawyers today (find opportunities to litigate against the Trump administration) and his advice to law students (you don’t have to get swallowed up by BigLaw). Learn More and Connect ☑️ Shanin Specter | LinkedIn ☑️ Kline & Specter on LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | X | YouTube ☑️ Ben Gideon | LinkedIn | Facebook | Instagram ☑️ Gideon Asen on LinkedIn | Facebook | YouTube | Instagram ☑️ Rahul Ravipudi | LinkedIn | Instagram ☑️ Panish Shea Ravipudi LLP on LinkedIn | Facebook | YouTube | Instagram ☑️ Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Spotify Produced and Powered by LawPods Sponsored by SmartAdvocate , Hype Legal , Expert Institute , Filevine , and Steno .

People in this episode

Host: Benjamin Gideon

Guest: Shanin Specter

Topics covered

• trial law
• tort reform
• public service
• legal education
• litigation strategies

Keywords

• tort law
• Boeing verdict
• public information
• law students
• BigLaw

Sponsors

SmartAdvocate, Hype Legal, Expert Institute, Filevine, Steno

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Boeing, Trump administration, Kline & Specter, Panish Shea Ravipudi LLP

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