Getting Bad Advice w/ Matt Griffith

Have you ever wondered if the court system really uncovers the truth, or if it's a flawed crapshoot where emotions and bad evidence send innocents to jail? What does it take to spot when your own client is feeding you BS, and how do you flip a case upside down with one forged document? In this episode, we unpack the gritty realities of lawyering, from hyper-competitive law school a-holes to federal prosecutors railroading families, and why arbitration might save you from a jury of dummies who couldn't dodge duty. 

Join Indianapolis native and attorney Matt Griffith, who shares his journey from Wabash College and Drake Law to building (and bailing on) firms, all while chasing the slippery concept of truth in trials and transactions. We hit on everything from the soul-crushing competitiveness of legal education and the wild dysfunction of family law, to AI's threat to the profession, the pitfalls of misinformation loops online, and practical red flags for spotting bad advice – like lawyers who skip the 'why' and options. It's a vibe-filled romp through motives, miscarriages of justice, and why self-interest drives most decisions, with plenty of laughs over martinis, Italian spots, and even a heated debate on morning tooth-brushing routines.

Learn more about Matt Griffith and Griffith-Xidias Law Group LLC at https://www.linkedin.com/in/askmattonline.

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