--- title: State Trial Attorney: Best Practices slug: state-trial-attorney-best-practices article_type: Help Article keywords: state law, trial lawyer, attorney practice url: https://www.angeloreyeslaw.com/state-trial-attorney-best-practices published_date: 2025-10-27T00:00:00 --- Effective state trial attorneys know local laws, prepare evidence thoroughly, communicate directly with clients, and approach every case as if it were going to trial. Their courtroom experience with judges and local prosecutors often leads to better negotiations and case outcomes.