Courtroom ManualMaster the Courtroom: Become a Litigation Pro

Joey Low is a renowned attorney and legal educator who has dedicated over 20 years to teaching attorneys and advancing the legal profession. As a graduate of the Gerry Spence Method program in 1998, Joey was personally mentored by Gerry Spence and entrusted with his techniques, ideas, and methods. He made a promise to pass along these teachings and continue the fight for the rights of ordinary people.

Transitioning from military defense to civil plaintiff representation, Joey's expertise in applying Spence's doctrines led to his recognition as one of the country's elite jury-selection lawyers. He is a passionate advocate for above-reproach ethical standards and the representation of plaintiffs in high-profile, high-dollar personal injury litigation, particularly where victims suffer severely disabling injuries, including TBI and PTSD. In 2020, three of his wins were included on California's 2019 Top 100 Verdicts list, and he was included on the Los Angeles Daily Journal's 2020 Top Plaintiff Lawyer list.

Joey has received several national awards for his excellence in the courtroom, including the American Board of Trial Attorneys and Order of the Barristers. He is a recipient of the Lewis F. Powell, Jr. Medallion for Excellence in Trial Advocacy from the American College of Trial Lawyers and is a member of the prestigious Association of Trial Lawyers of America, American Civil Liberties Union, and the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. Joey is often called upon to speak at law lectures around the country and has become a legal analyst and commentator on legal and national media outlets.

John Zelbst is a nationally known and recognized trial lawyer with an unwavering commitment to representing those who have been injured, wronged, falsely accused, and mistreated. With over 20 years of teaching experience, John's association with Gerry Spence began in 1999 as a student. He has tried cases in both state and federal jurisdictions throughout the United States, often with the assistance of local counsel.

Based in Lawton, Oklahoma, John is licensed to practice before various courts, including the Supreme Court of the United States, the Court of Federal Claims, and numerous circuit and district courts. He has been honored with multiple awards and recognitions, including Top Attorney in Oklahoma, Top 100 Trial Lawyers, Best Lawyers in America, and America's Most Honored Lawyers.

As a passionate advocate for justice, John is a member and in good standing with several legal associations. His courtroom presence has been described as bringing "life, thunder, and justice" to the often sterile and lifeless environment of modern courtrooms.

Deeply committed to his community, John serves on various boards and participates in community organizations, such as the Comanche County Memorial Hospital, Oklahoma Cattlemen's Association, and Meers Volunteer Fire Department. He is a distinguished alumnus of Cameron University, where he also played college football.

Gerry Spence has repeatedly honored John Zelbst by publicly stating that if he ever needed a lawyer, John would be his choice. This endorsement speaks volumes about John's expertise, passion, and dedication to the practice of law and the pursuit of justice.