281. Nick Rowley — Brutal Honesty in Action: The Key to Legal Victory [Encore Edition]

Are you letting your failures define you, or are you using them as fuel for your success? Nick Rowley, a renowned trial attorney and founder of Trial Lawyers for Justice, has faced more setbacks than most. But instead of succumbing to adversity, he transformed it into a driving force that led him to win over $1.5 billion in verdicts and settlements.  This isn't just another success story — it's a masterclass in resilience, accountability, and brutal honesty. In this episode of The Game Changing Attorney Podcast, Nick joins Michael Mogill to reveal: How to turn personal and professional failures into stepping stones for monumental success The power of brutal honesty and why it’s crucial in the courtroom The role of discipline, focus, and vulnerability in achieving landmark verdicts Don't miss this opportunity to learn from one of the most accomplished trial lawyers of our generation.  This episode is your wake-up call to stop making excuses and start taking control of your destiny.  ---- Show Notes: 00:00 – Introduction 02:28 – Nick Rowley's Early Life and Career 03:56 – Military Experience and Law School Journey 06:26 – Early Legal Career and Lessons Learned 12:36 – Handling Adversity and Personal Growth 21:49 – A Memorable Trial Against Costco 25:01 – The Unexpected Case Assignment 25:43 – Mini Opening Statement and Jury Selection 28:09 – The Verdict and Its Impact 28:55 – Staying Grounded After Success 29:47 – The Drive for Justice 31:52 – Healthy Habits for Trial Lawyers 34:23 – The Concept of Brutal Honesty 40:08 – Personal Evolution and Self-Reflection 50:02 – Future Goals and New Challenges 51:26 – Conclusion and Final Thoughts ---- Links & Resources National Trial Lawyers United States Army United States Air Force Gerry Spence Randy Weaver LSAT Bakersfield, California San Pedro, California Dr. Seuss Adderall Costco ---- Listening to this episode but want to watch it? Check it out on Spotify.  Do you love this podcast and want to see more game changing content? Subscribe to our YouTube channel. ---- Past guests on The Game Changing Attorney Podcast include David Goggins, John Morgan, Alex Hormozi, Randi McGinn, Kim Scott, Chris Voss, Kevin O’Leary, Laura Wasser, John Maxwell, Mark Lanier, Robert Greene, and many more. ---- If you enjoyed this episode, you may also like: #209 Mark Lanier – A Legacy of Justice, Truth, and Billion-Dollar Verdicts #178 Brian Panish – Champions Compete With Themselves #243 AMMA – Success Without Safety Nets

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