Lawyer Talk: Off the Record
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Lawyer Talk: Off the Record
Join Steve Palmer, a seasoned criminal defense lawyer, as he shares valuable legal insights on DUI, traffic stops, and your rights in the legal system. For more, visit www.palmerlegaldefense.com. Recorded at Channel 511 in Columbus, Ohio: www.channel511.com
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Breaking Down Diddy's Trial: Legal Motions and Strategies Explained | They Don't Teach You That in Law School
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Why Waive a Jury? Inside a Recent Judge Trial Decision | Lawyer Talk Q&A
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The Challenges Facing Lawyers in the Charlie Kirk Assassination Case | Lawyer Talk Q&A
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Can Police Seize What They Weren’t Looking For During a Search | Lawyer Talk Q & A
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Understanding Direct vs Indirect Criminal Appeals and Procedural Pitfalls | What's The Appeal?
I’m tackling the twists and turns of the criminal appellate process—particularly the difference between direct and indirect appeals, also known as pos...
How to Challenge Search Warrants | Lawyer Talk Q & A
In this Q&A episode, I answer a question about search warrants and explain the difference between a standard motion to suppress and the all-important...
What Happens Next? Legal Steps Following the Tragic Charlie Kirk Assassination | Legal Breakdown
Whether you’re curious about the details of the preliminary hearing, how the defense will handle the mountain of evidence, or why even the most revile...
Lawyer-Client Communication | They Don't Teach You That In Law School
From navigating the temptations (and pitfalls) of using your personal cell phone for business to setting clear expectations with clients—especially wh...
Texas v. Johnson and the Ongoing Flag Burning Controversy | Lawyer Talk Breakdown
If you’ve ever wondered who really makes laws in this country or what happens when protest and free speech collide, stick around.
Let's look at...
Can Police Ask for Your ID Without Reason? | Lawyer Talk Q&A
Here's a question from listener Andy: “Do I have to show police my ID if they randomly ask me in public?”
I talk about what the law actually sa...
Understanding Implied Consent and Breathalyzer Refusal Consequences | Lawyer Talk Q&A
I’m explaining the confusing world of DUI breath tests and answering one of the most common questions I get: should you take a breathalyzer if police...
How Much Should Law Clerks Make? | They Don't Teach You That In Law School
In this episode, we are discussing what they never teach you in law school—how the real world of law clerkships really works. Joining me is Troy Hendr...
Can You Be Arrested for OVI Below the Legal Limit in Ohio | Lawyer Talk Q&A
I’m Steve Palmer, and today I’m answering a great question sent in by Nancy from Ohio. Her son was arrested for OVI—even though his breath test was 0....
Can Judges Force Defendants to Explain Crimes? | Lawyer Talk Q&A
I got a listener question about the Bryan Kohberger sentencing and a comment President Trump made on social media. Trump suggested that the judge shou...
What Do You Do If You Receive a Federal Target Letter? | Lawyer Talk Q&A
“What does it mean if you receive a target letter from the United States Attorney’s office?”
With my background in federal criminal defense, I’...
ICE Agents and Real-World Legal Ethics | They Don't Teach You That In Law School
Steve Palmer here - I'm joined by our resident law student, Troy Hendrickson, who’s here to bring a fresh perspective and some real-life questions fro...
Can AI Replace Lawyers? | Lawyer Talk Q&A
I’m giving you my take on one of the hottest topics in the legal world right now: artificial intelligence. More and more companies are using AI for th...
What Do Judges Know Before Plea Deals? | Lawyer Talk Q&A
In this follow-up episode, I’m digging deeper into the behind-the-scenes realities of how judges get involved in plea deals—something that came up aft...
Navigating Legal Ethics and Morals Law School Doesn’t Teach | They Don't Teach You That In Law School
This week, we're talking about one of the toughest real-life dilemmas facing new lawyers—something law school rarely prepares you for: navigating clie...
How to Choose the Right Appellate Lawyer | What's The Appeal?
One of the most important—and often overlooked—aspects of the criminal justice process: how to choose the right appellate lawyer.
Over the year...
How the Feds Handle Informant Deals in the Epstein-Maxwell Case | Lawyer Talk Q&A
I’m tackling a question from Lucy about what’s really going on with Ghislaine Maxwell, Jeffrey Epstein’s infamous associate.
There’s a lot of my...
Why the Epstein Grand Jury List Stays Secret | They Don't Teach You That In Law School
Steve Palmer sits down with Troy Hendrickson, our resident law student, for a deep dive into what law school doesn’t always teach you—this time, focus...
First Step of Appeal: Transcript Analysis Essentials | What's The Appeal?
I’m pulling back the curtain on how I approach analyzing trial transcripts during the criminal appeals process.
I’ll walk you through my method...
What Should You Do If You Want To Fire Your Lawyer? | Lawyer Talk Q&A
What should you do if you feel like your attorney isn’t really on your side?
I get calls like this more often than you’d think, and let me tell...
Cross-Appeal | What's The Appeal?
I’m taking you behind the scenes of a fascinating aspect of criminal appeals that most people overlook: the cross appeal. Now, I know it might sound b...
The Legal Reasoning for Not Guilty Pleas | Lawyer Talk Q&A
I tackle a topic that sparks a lot of debate: why do people who seem obviously guilty still enter a "not guilty" plea in court?
After a recent...
Why Lawyers Aren't Buses | They Don't Teach You That In Law School
Setting Boundaries as a Young Lawyer: "And being able to discern what you can do, what you can't do, what you should do, and what you shouldn't do as...
Can You Really Change Your Sentence After Pleading Guilty? | What's The Appeal?
“Can I appeal my conviction or sentence if I pleaded guilty?”
I break down the realities of what happens when you plead guilty, how that decisi...
What is Time, Place, and Manner Regarding Free Speech | Lawyer Talk Q&A
One of the big questions that’s been coming up everywhere lately: how does the First Amendment actually work when it comes to online pornography?
How Discovery Really Works in Criminal Cases | They Don't Teach You That In Law School
Law school spends a lot of time on big constitutional theories and landmark cases, but what about the nuts and bolts, like Rule 16, filing demands for...
Harvey Weinstein Appeal Explained | What's The Appeal?
Using Weinstein’s high-profile New York conviction as our guide, I break down why the court’s decision to allow testimony from other alleged victims b...
Why Is Pleading Not Guilty Standard in Criminal Trials? | Lawyer Talk Q&A
This is about the notorious case involving Brian Wilson (no, not the Beach Boys icon), who’s been charged with the murder of two police officers up in...
Understanding the Karen Reed Jury Decision | Lawyer Talk Breakdown
The Karen Reed case. It's a story that’s captured national attention and is even featured in a new Netflix series. I’ll break down the legal details b...
Can Police Access Your Social Media? | Lawyer Talk Q&A
We’re living in a world where so much of our personal information is online, from Snapchat and Instagram to emails and cell phone records. I break dow...
Unique Criminal Convictions | What's The Appeal?
I am focusing on the complex world of unique criminal convictions—cases like shaken baby syndrome, child sex offenses, and other serious charges that...
Should You Expect to Pay for an Initial Lawyer Consultation? | Lawyer Talk Q&A
Should you expect to pay for an initial consultation with a lawyer?
This came up thanks to a great question from one of our production guys, an...
What Law School Exams Are Really Like | They Don't Teach You That In Law School
In today’s episode, we’re doing something a little different—we’re actually talking about what you do learn in law school, specifically when it comes...
Should You Ever Represent Yourself in Court? | Lawyer Talk Q&A
Should you represent yourself in court?
This topic came to mind after I watched a viral video of a defendant trying to go it alone in front of...
Fast Track Cases To Supreme Court | What's The Appeal?
I hear all the time: "How do some cases end up in the Ohio Supreme Court or even the U.S. Supreme Court so quickly, when most seem to crawl through th...
The Path to State Supreme Courts | What's The Appeal?
In this “What’s the Appeal?” episode, I’ll walk you through the ins and outs of getting a case in front of the Ohio Supreme Court, unpacking the cruci...