Rudy Longman on the Art of Trial Law and the Fight for Fairness

Circle City Conversations

Rudy Longman is a Senior Associate Attorney at McCready Law, a personal injury law firm serving the Chicagoland and Northwest Indiana area since 1999. A seasoned civil litigation lawyer, Rudy is renowned for his relentless fight against injustice, specializing in car accidents, premises liability, and catastrophic injury cases. His academic and career background boasts a degree in psychology from Butler University, a JD from Valparaiso University Law School, and litigation experience from his previous role at Hensley Legal Group. An esteemed Indiana Trial Lawyers Association member and a Super Lawyers Rising Star, Rudy is licensed to practice law in Indiana and Michigan.

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Practicing law can be one of the most rewarding jobs. However, the constant high pressure of the industry can be daunting, even for the most dedicated attorneys. How do thriving lawyers rise to the challenge and become a beacon of hope for victims of injustice?

Personal injury attorney Rudy Longman delves into his inspiring background growing up in Indiana, his pivot from a psychology student to a passionate attorney, and his experience transitioning from mass tort to personal injury law. Drawing from experiences with trial victories and setbacks, including a significant premises case that went to the Court of Appeals, he shares his motivation for taking on challenging cases. To maximize the chances of winning injury cases, resilience and thorough trial preparation are crucial, especially in premise liability cases. Rudy reveals his favorite and least favorite parts of a trial, emphasizing the adrenaline rush of delivering impactful closing arguments and the challenges of observing a client's cross-examination. With insights into AI's influence on the legal field and the supportive network provided by the Indiana Trial Lawyers Association, he offers a candid look into the world of a trial lawyer committed to justice.

In this episode of Circle City Conversations, Alex Limontes hosts Rudy Longman, Senior Associate Attorney at McCready Law, to discuss his journey as a trial lawyer and advocate for the injured. Rudy explores the importance of tenacity, robust client relationships, and technological advancements in law. With insights on aligning personal values with a career in law, he narrates tales from the trenches of jury trials and highlights the value of maintaining a work-life balance for attorneys.