See You In Court

In today's clip from the See You In Court Podcast, Nick Moraitakis shares a perspective shaped by decades in both trial law and mediation. Case value is not a fixed number. It lives between two moving targets: what the defense is willing to pay and what the plaintiff is willing to accept. Nick explains how experienced attorneys read signals, test positions, and guide conversations to uncover where both sides are truly headed. It is a strategic process built on timing, insight, and understanding people as much as the law. This short clip offers a glimpse into how cases are resolved behind the scenes. The full episode dives deeper into Nick’s career, his transition from defense to plaintiff work, and his evolution into a full-time mediator helping parties find resolution. Listen to the full episode: https://seeyouincourt.podbean.com/e/righting-wrongs-with-nick-moraitakis #SeeYouInCourt #CivilJustice #Mediation #LegalStrategy

In this clip from the See You In Court Podcast, Nick Moraitakis shares a candid concern about the direction of the legal system and the broader balance between power and accountability. Referencing a historical quote tied to the founding of the Constitution, the conversation raises a timeless question. What happens when force begins to outweigh reason? This moment is part of a much deeper discussion about the role of civil justice, the responsibility of the courts, and why experienced trial lawyers remain committed to protecting individuals against abuse of power. Nick’s perspective is shaped by decades in the courtroom, handling complex cases and seeing firsthand how the system works when it is at its best, and when it is tested. To hear the full context and stories behind this perspective, listen to the complete episode: https://seeyouincourt.podbean.com/e/righting-wrongs-with-nick-moraitakis

In today's short clip from the See You In Court podcast, veteran trial lawyer Nick Moraitakis shares a memorable moment from a courtroom closing argument. The defense relied on statistics to argue that three murders at a large retailer were insignificant when measured against the store’s overall crime rate. Nick challenged that logic with a simple reframing for the jury. For the three people who were killed, the risk was not a fraction of a percent. It was 100%. That moment led to a powerful quote from Mark Twain about the dangers of statistics when they are used to shape a narrative. The jurors understood immediately. The case ultimately resulted in a seven-figure verdict. This clip offers a glimpse into how trial lawyers communicate complex ideas to juries and why storytelling still matters in the courtroom. Listen to the full conversation to hear more of Nick’s experiences in law, public service, and the civil justice system. Full episode: https://seeyouincourtpodcast.org/

In this short clip from the See You In Court Podcast, Robin Frazer Clark reflects on a case that became a turning point. As she describes it, the events surrounding the case made people realize that something had gone too far. The lawsuit that followed resulted in justice for the family involved and ultimately helped drive reform within the Atlanta Police Department. This brief clip only touches the surface. In the full episode, veteran trial lawyer Nick Moraitakis walks through the case in detail, sharing how the events unfolded and why the outcome had such a lasting impact. Moraitakis has decades of courtroom experience representing individuals and pursuing accountability when institutions fail. Listen to the full conversation to hear the complete story. Full Episode: https://youtu.be/RTqwiQj2kjA Learn more: https://seeyouincourtpodcast.org/

In this short clip from the See You In Court podcast, veteran trial lawyer Nick Moraitakis shares one of the more unusual moments from his career in public life. Nick once ran for the Georgia State Legislature and famously lost an election to Ben Jones, known to many as “Cooter” from The Dukes of Hazzard. The story is funny, but it leads to a deeper reflection about the emotional highs and lows that come with careers in law, politics, and public service. As Nick puts it, you have not truly lived the highs and lows of life until you have lost an election and won a jury trial. It is a moment that perfectly captures the perspective that comes from decades inside Georgia’s courtrooms and the civil justice system. Listen to the full episode: https://seeyouincourt.podbean.com/e/righting-wrongs-with-nick-moraitakis Watch the full interview: https://youtu.be/RTqwiQj2kjA

In this compelling short from See You In Court, Lester Tate reacts to a shocking courtroom incident involving a judge who ordered a defense attorney handcuffed for asking to speak with her client. Is this an isolated moment? Or does it reflect something deeper about power and accountability? Hosts Robin Frazer Clark and Lester Tate lead a candid discussion about: • Judicial authority and its limits • The responsibility lawyers carry in defending the rule of law • Why independent courts matter more than ever This clip is part of our full episode, Righting Wrongs With Nick Moraitakis, where Nick reflects on landmark cases, mediation, civil justice, and defining what justice truly means. Listen to the full episode: https://seeyouincourtpodcast.org https://seeyouincourt.podbean.com/e/righting-wrongs-with-nick-moraitakis #SeeYouInCourt #CivilJustice #RuleOfLaw

In this short clip from our full interview with Nick Moraitakis, he describes the aviation tragedy that led to a complex lawsuit against Sky Warriors and Raytheon.   The video was rolling. The failure was catastrophic. The legal questions were complicated.   Hear how civil justice works when aviation accidents raise issues of product liability and statutory limits.   Listen to the full episode: https://seeyouincourt.podbean.com/e/righting-wrongs-with-nick-moraitakis Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/RTqwiQj2kjA   #SeeYouInCourt #CivilJustice #AviationLaw #WrongfulDeath

A parking lot collapse in Midtown Atlanta. A woman trapped in her car. A man swept through a sewer and found downstream. In this powerful short clip, Nick Moraitakis reflects on the human devastation of the 1993 Atlanta Marriott collapse and the moment he realized a major civil case was inevitable. This segment focuses on the people behind the headlines. Two immigrant families were left grieving, overwhelmed, and unsure where to turn. The full episode tells the complete story, including how the case unfolded, what it took to build it, and how accountability was ultimately achieved. Listen to the full episode here: https://seeyouincourtpodcast.org Presented by the Georgia Civil Justice Foundation: https://fairplay.org #SeeYouInCourt #CivilJustice #LegalCourage #GeorgiaLaw

An unwritten drug arrest quota. A tragic police raid. Planted evidence. In this short clip, Nick Moraitakis recounts how one case exposed systemic failures inside a narcotics unit and why civil justice remains essential to accountability. Listen to the full episode: https://seeyouincourt.podbean.com/e/righting-wrongs-with-nick-moraitakis Learn more at: https://seeyouincourtpodcast.org/ #SeeYouInCourt #CivilJustice #RuleOfLaw

What happens when the system meant to protect the public fails? In this compelling episode of See You In Court, hosts Robin Frazer Clark and Lester Tate sit down with veteran Georgia trial lawyer and mediator Nick Moraitakis to discuss one of the most sobering chapters in Atlanta’s legal history. From an unwritten drug arrest quota to a tragic police raid that ended in the death of an innocent woman, Nick walks us through how civil litigation uncovered planted evidence, false affidavits, and systemic misconduct. Nick’s career spans decades in Georgia courtrooms. After beginning as a defense lawyer representing corporations and insurance companies, he transitioned to representing individuals and families harmed by negligence, medical malpractice, trucking accidents, product liability, and other wrongful acts. He has tried dozens of cases to verdict, served in the Georgia General Assembly, and now devotes his practice fully to mediation. His perspective is grounded in experience on both sides of the courtroom. In this conversation, we explore: • The real-world consequences of unchecked power • How civil lawsuits expose facts that might otherwise remain hidden • The role of courageous lawyers in protecting constitutional rights • Why the civil justice system remains essential to accountability Nick’s Awards: -American College of Trial Lawyers, Fellow -American Board of Trial Advocates, Advocate -Best Lawyers in America®, Listed (2007 – present) -Tradition of Excellence Award, General Practice and Trial Section, State Bar of Georgia) -State Bar Chair of Advisory Committee on Legislation  This episode is a powerful reminder that civil justice is not abstract. It is personal. It is practical. And at times, it is the only path to the truth. Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/RTqwiQj2kjA Listen on Podbean: https://seeyouincourt.podbean.com/e/righting-wrongs-with-nick-moraitakis Learn more about the podcast: https://seeyouincourtpodcast.org/   Other Links: Rick Moraitakis Lester Tate Robin Frazer Clark To learn more about the Georgia Civil Justice Foundation, visit fairplay.org

What started with just 3 lawyers has grown to 401 and counting. In this clip from See You In Court, Seth Kirschenbaum and Lynne Borsuk explain how Georgia Lawyers for the Rule of Law is building a bipartisan coalition of Georgia attorneys committed to defending judges, protecting due process, and standing up for the Constitution. Republicans. Democrats. Libertarians. Independents. All united by respect for the rule of law. Watch the full episode here: https://youtu.be/nQlHvFy4O5k Listen on Podbean: https://seeyouincourt.podbean.com/e/georgia-lawyers-for-the-rule-of-law-with-seth-kirschenbaum-and-lynne-borsuk/ Learn more: https://georgialawyersfortheruleoflaw.org/

Georgia Lawyers for the Rule of Law explains why fear and internal pressure inside large law firms make this moment so complicated. Rather than attacking Big Law, the group is focused on confronting the real issue: ongoing assaults on the rule of law and the chilling effect those pressures create across the legal profession. This clip highlights why silence has consequences and why speaking up still matters. Full episode: https://seeyouincourt.podbean.com/e/georgia-lawyers-for-the-rule-of-law-with-seth-kirschenbaum-and-lynne-borsuk/

Even when the facts are strong, qualified immunity can defeat cases that would otherwise be clear wins. In this final clip of Episode 36, Craig T. Jones explains why governmental liability cases carry extraordinary risk and why pursuing them is often about principle, not probability.

A school safety policy existed. It was ignored. A student lost an eye. So why did immunity apply? In this clip, Craig T. Jones explains why appellate courts often classify educator decisions as discretionary, shielding individuals from liability even when written safety policies are not enforced. This conversation highlights one of the most controversial aspects of governmental immunity in Georgia and why it matters for students and families.

In this clip from Episode 36 of See You In Court, trial lawyer Craig Jones explains how government agencies and insurers often spend years blocking access to records and delaying cases to avoid accountability. Using a real prison death investigation, Craig shows how a lack of transparency can leave families without answers until a civil lawsuit forces the truth into the open. Once the facts were revealed, it became clear that the case was tragic, but not a lawsuit. That outcome highlights the true purpose of the civil justice system: uncovering the truth, not generating claims. This moment reflects the broader theme of the episode, why access to court is essential, why government liability law matters, and how civil cases protect transparency and the rule of law when power is used to conceal it. Listen to the full episode of See You In Court to understand how the civil justice system works when it is allowed to do its job.

A real case involving an unsecured school gate reveals how gaps in policy can turn everyday situations into life-changing tragedies. This clip highlights why governmental liability and clear standards exist in the first place. Full episode: https://seeyouincourt.podbean.com/e/the-ins-and-outs-of-governmental-liability-with-craig-t-jones-see-you-in-court/

The jury system is where right, not might, is supposed to rule. This clip explains why jurors must be protected so justice can function. Listen to more from See You In Court: https://seeyouincourt.podbean.com/e/the-ins-and-outs-of-governmental-liability-with-craig-t-jones-see-you-in-court/ #RuleOfLaw #JuryDuty #CivilJustice

Justice is not about liking the outcome. It is about trusting the process. In this short clip from What Is Justice Part 3, Joyce Gist Lewis defines justice as access to be heard and accountability to objective standards rooted in the Constitution, statutes, and case law. Even when lawyers disagree on results, justice is served when rules are followed and decisions are informed. Full episode: https://seeyouincourt.podbean.com/e/what-is-justice-iii/ More episodes: https://seeyouincourtpodcast.org/

Justice does not always mean winning. Sometimes it means restoring what was lost. In this short clip from What Is Justice? Part 3, host Lester Tate shares a grounded definition of justice that reflects the real work lawyers do every day. Listen to the full episode: https://seeyouincourt.podbean.com/e/what-is-justice-iii/ Visit the podcast site: https://seeyouincourtpodcast.org/ Produced by the Georgia Civil Justice Foundation. #SeeYouInCourt #WhatIsJustice #CivilJustice #GeorgiaLaw

Justice is not certainty. Justice is access. In this clip, attorney Ivy Cadle shares why the opportunity to engage the legal process is the foundation of justice, even when outcomes are unclear or difficult. Listen to the full What Is Justice? Part 3 episode: https://seeyouincourt.podbean.com/e/what-is-justice-iii/