Two-Way Players: Defendants Can Play Offense Too
At the PACO Litigation Round Table, Jacob Dobres challenged a familiar assumption in civil litigation: that defendants are limited to playing defense, and presented Two-Way Players: Defendants Can Play Offense Too, a session focused on how a more proactive approach can shape litigation strategy.
The presentation explored the idea that effective defense involves more than responding to claims. By identifying opportunities early in a case to apply pressure, shape the narrative and challenge key elements, defendants can influence both the direction of the case and the range of possible outcomes.
The discussion emphasized a broader takeaway. A thoughtful, forward-looking approach to litigation can help create leverage, improve positioning and support stronger results, whether through motion practice, settlement or trial.
