Theresa Zagnoli

Theresa Zagnoli, founding partner and CEO of Zagnoli McEvoy Foley LLC, is a leader in the field of communication consulting and has been providing practical trial consulting and communication solutions to attorneys and business leaders for over 20 years. Her knowledge of the American juror has made her one of the most sought-after trial consultants in the nation.

Relying on her background in communication training and knowledge gleaned from case research, Zagnoli is especially skilled at preparing expert witnesses to testify. Her ability to understand the issues at the heart of a case and how communication during trial or deposition really works helps her formulate better questions and offer witnesses precise guidance on how to convey what jurors, judges or arbitrators need to know to make informed decisions. Zagnoli’s clients commend her ability to lead her design team in concept development for trial graphics and demonstratives, helping to ensure graphics are clear, persuasive, and effective.

Recent speaking engagements include the University of Texas Advanced Patent Law Institute “Role and Use of Jury Consultants in IP Cases”, Defense Research Institute (DRI) “The Changing Image of the FDA and How it Affects the Trial” and “Jurors' Reactions to a Live Plaintiff Expert's Direct and Cross-Examinations”, Products Liability Advisory Counsel (PLAC) “Analysis of Jurors’ Reaction to Expert Testimony” and Association of Corporate Counsel (ACC) “When the Sky Falls: Lessons Learned in Crisis Management”

Her passion for improving communication extends to all areas of her professional and personal life. She believes that by helping clients to improve what they say and how they say it, they will become more confident, more successful and more effective in all aspects of their lives.

Associations/Affiliations

Past Board Member and Past Secretary Treasurer, American Society of Trial Consultants (ASTC)

Past President, American Society Trial Consultants Foundation

Defense Research Institute (DRI)