The course will focus on the effects of media in the era of the internet, social media, and traditional media sources, etc. on litigation both criminal and civil. Case studies will focus on the advent of mass media coverage of cases/trials, including O.J. Simpson, through present, such as the Depp v. Heard trial. It will also touch upon the representation of high-profile cases, and public figures, when these individuals are reported on, if not lambasted and scorned in the court of public opinion. We will also dive into crisis management and public relations response when dealing with the legal turmoil of a public figure. We will discuss media coverage, and social media, of trials and legal news stories. Discuss the popularity of the true crime genre, and the concept of “armchair jurors” who follow trials and comment and potentially dictate the narrative on social media. I will discuss my personal experiences with representing high profile clients, who are potentially unpopular in the court of public opinion, and how to ensure fairness and impartiality in court, and handle all aspects of representing a publicly unpopular client. I will leverage my contacts, both as an attorney and media personality, and introduce notable guest lecturers to join me periodically, who are well-known in the media and legal professions. The course will be taught for the most part remotely, but I will aim to connect with my students by teaching 3-5 classes in-person on-campus with the remote option still available.