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The Stratejic Approach: Advocacy Philosophy That Drives Results for Trial Lawyers

The Stratejic Approach: Advocacy Philosophy That Drives Results for Trial Lawyers
Advocacy Philosophy

July 21, 2025

In a legal landscape defined by complexity, pressure, and high stakes, a clear advocacy philosophy can make the difference between a good case and a great one. At Stratejic Relationships, our approach is founded on three core principles: ethical practice, relationship-driven strategy, and a relentless commitment to uncovering the truth. This philosophy has guided us for nearly two decades as we support trial lawyers in building winning cases—while making a positive impact on clients, the profession, and the justice system as a whole.

Centering Ethics in Every Engagement

Ethical practice isn’t just a legal requirement; it’s the heart of effective advocacy. From our earliest days, Stratejic Relationships has maintained the highest standards of confidentiality, respect, and honesty with witnesses, clients, and opposing parties. We believe that how a case is built matters just as much as the outcome, and our clients value this integrity.

Key Ethical Commitments:

  • Witness Dignity: We treat fact witnesses—especially ex-employees and whistleblowers—with respect, ensuring they understand their rights and options at every step.
  • Transparency: Trial lawyers receive accurate, complete information about potential witnesses and case prospects, with no hidden agendas.
  • Compliance: Our work always aligns with legal and professional regulations governing investigations, communication, and witness engagement.

Building Relationships That Matter

Relationships are at the core of everything we do. Our advocacy philosophy recognizes that trust—among witnesses, attorneys, and support teams—is essential for uncovering the details that win cases. Stratejic Relationships has cultivated a national network, built over 18 years, that connects trial lawyers with key insiders, former employees, and industry experts.

How We Build Trust:

  • Long-Term Partnerships: We aim for ongoing relationships with law firms, becoming a valued resource throughout multiple cases and practice areas.
  • Witness Rapport: Our team is skilled at establishing comfort and confidence with witnesses, encouraging open, honest communication that often reveals new leads or avenues for inquiry.
  • Collaboration: We work closely with our clients to understand case goals, align on investigation strategies, and adapt to new developments as cases evolve.

Relentless Fact-Finding

At the foundation of our advocacy philosophy is a relentless pursuit of the facts. We know that in today’s legal world, it’s not enough to accept the “official story”—the truth is often hidden, nuanced, and found only by asking the right questions of the right people.

What Sets Stratejic Apart:

  • Custom-Tailored Investigations: Every case receives a unique plan, reflecting its facts, challenges, and opportunities.
  • Proactive Approach: We identify witnesses and evidence before they are requested, anticipating what trial lawyers will need as a case develops.
  • Result-Focused: Our mission is to support outcomes that make a genuine difference for plaintiffs, defendants, and the broader community.

Transforming Legal Outcomes

The true test of any advocacy philosophy is results. Our clients consistently report that Stratejic’s support leads to faster case development, more persuasive evidence, and larger settlements or verdicts. We’ve helped expose corporate wrongdoing, resolve class actions, and deliver justice in personal injury and wrongful death cases across the country.

Committed to Justice

Advocacy at Stratejic Relationships is more than a job—it’s a calling. By connecting lawyers to those who know the real story, we support the justice system’s vital mission: holding wrongdoers accountable and protecting the rights of those harmed.

Experience the Stratejic approach. Contact us to learn how our philosophy can empower your next case.

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What our clients are saying
Penn Law LLC

Paul is a fact witness magnet on his way to becoming a magnate in the niche he's expertly crafted. Not only do he and his team execute a proven method of bringing influential witnesses to bear in complex litigation, helpful fact witnesses just naturally gravitate toward them. People skills incorporated within the Witness|Mining™ process provide a seamless and time-saving transition which helps me develop relationships with fact witnesses with the potential to positively impact cases.

Darren W. Penn, ESQ.
Darren W. Penn, ESQ.

Penn Law LLC

Working with Stratejic Relationships recently has been a very positive experience. Consummate professionals, Paul and his team breathed new life into the investigation of a 10 year old personal injury case by identifying a substantial number of potential fact witnesses who may impact my ability to prevail against a corporate Defendant. They were insightful, prompt, and worked within my budget. Stratejic exceeded my expectations and is an organization with whom I continue to work.

Robert N. Edwards, ESQ.
Robert N. Edwards, ESQ.

The Law Office of Robert N. Edwards

New, Taylor & Associates

Conferring with the Whistleblower provided to me by Stratejic just prior to an important series of depositions provided me with invaluable insights into how my Defendant secretly conducted their business. Twenty minutes into my questions, and the first deponent had shredded the Defense, facilitating settlement. This is a service I will continue to use.

Stephen P. New, ESQ.
Stephen P. New, ESQ.

New, Taylor & Associates

Lipsky Lowe LLP

Stratejic has represented a significant return on my investment. Paul and his team saved me a considerable amount of time filing a class action by providing me with the names and addresses of a number of former, harmed employees of my Defendant. When you need a Class Representative, this is a time-efficient, economical, and ethical path to signing one, and a service I will continue to use.

Douglas B. Lipsky, ESQ.
Douglas B. Lipsky, ESQ.

Lipsky Lowe LLP

Beasley Allen Law Firm

Paul and his team have demonstrated a real proficiency for identifying and acquiring Insider Fact Witnesses who have the potential for bolstering claims, and in my own practice their unique solutions have represented a positive return on my investment.

Michael J. Crow, ESQ.
Michael J. Crow, ESQ.

Beasley Allen Law Firm

Richardson Thomas

Paul is an absolute lightning rod when it comes to investigations which produce fact witnesses who possess relevant information about, and interest in, my firm’s cases. His breadth of associations throughout the country is quite impressive, and he has the uncanny ability to help us forge impactful and beneficial relationships.

Terry E. Richardson, Jr., ESQ.
Terry E. Richardson, Jr., ESQ.

Richardson Thomas

Bailey Glasser, LLP

Paul and his team delivered exactly what they said they would: a list of impacted fact witnesses and their addresses relevant to our case within a given state, and they did so within our budget.

John W. Barrett, ESQ.
John W. Barrett, ESQ.

Bailey Glasser, LLP