Thought Leadership
Speaking & Publications
John T. Everett has earned a reputation as both an accomplished trial lawyer and a respected legal educator. Drawing on decades of litigation experience, he is frequently invited to lecture before attorneys, judges, and professional organizations and has authored numerous published articles on legal issues and trial practice.
Mr. Everett views teaching as an extension of his professional commitment. By sharing practical insights gained through years of courtroom advocacy, he helps other lawyers refine their skills, navigate evolving legal issues, and better serve their clients and the justice system.
Speaking Engagements
Teaching the next generation of trial lawyers
Depositions College
Prince George’s County Bar Association
A practical guide to taking depositions, including client preparation, questioning techniques, dealing with objections, and developing testimony to support case strategy.
The Verdict Before the Verdict
Maryland Association of Justice
How focus groups reveal what jurors think, feel, and believe - and how to use that insight to unlock your case before trial.
Picking the Jury That Picks You
Maryland Association of Justice
Techniques for connecting with jurors during voir dire, identifying bias, and building the foundation of a winning trial.
Damages That Can’t Be Ignored
Virginia Trial Lawyers Association
Strategies for presenting your client’s physical, mental, and emotional damages following a catastrophic loss.
How Trial Teams Drive Better Results
National Audience on SeminarWeb
Why collaboration among trial teams leads to sharper strategy, stronger courtroom execution, and better outcomes for clients.
Non-economic Damages: Proving What Money Can’t Measure
District of Columbia Trial Lawyers Association
A practical guide to presenting pain, suffering, and non-economic loss so jurors understand the true human cost of an injury.
Publications
Insights from the courtroom
Winning from Within: The Case for Intra-Firm Co-Counseling
Maryland Association of Justice, Trial Reporter, Spring 2026
An article on how lawyers within the same firm can collaborate across cases to sharpen strategy, share insight, and deliver stronger results for clients.
Beating a Dead Horse: Are Damage Caps and Remittitur Redundant?
Maryland Association of Justice, Trial Reporter, Spring 2025
A look at how statutory damage caps and remittitur often overlap, and why the double protection for defendants may leave injured plaintiffs undercompensated.
