Mike Rogers is an experienced trial lawyer who knows how to use a computer in every aspect of trial.

Mike Rogers is the president of Ronin Consulting Ltd. A litigation technology consulting firm that specializes in helping lawyers organize and analyze their cases, in order to help them present their cases at hearings and trial with computers and other electronic technology. Mr. Rogers is an expert at tactical analysis and case presentation. He helps trial lawyers analyze their case in order to create the most persuasive case themes. Mr. Rogers helps identify and create visual presentations that help drive the theme during the trial hearing.

Before starting Ronin Consulting Mr. Rogers was a nationally recognized trial lawyer, lecturer and teacher. He is a licensed attorney in Illinois with a pending application for the State of New York. Mr. Rogers is an adjunct professor of law at Chicago Kent College of Law of the Illinois Institute of Technology where he taught Trial Advocacy and developed the first Litigation Technology curriculum in the country. In that class he teaches lawyers and law students how to use computers at trial. Mr. Rogers’ Hornbook “Litigation Technology: Using Sanction, PowerPoint at trial” will be published this year by Aspen Publishing. Mr. Rogers received his J.D. from Chicago Kent where he competed on the National Trial Advocacy Team and was a member of the Moot Court Society.

Selected Accomplishments

Tried 60 Jury trials to verdict as a prosecutor and private attorney.

As a trial consultant he has helped plaintiff's attorneys recover multi-million dollar settlements and million dollar verdicts, and has helped defense attorneys save over 75 million dollars in claims. 

Certified trainer of CaseMap and TimeMap

Wrote Litigation Technology: Becoming a High Tech Trial Lawyer published by Aspen Publishing.  After teaching law for 10 years, realized there was nothing being done to train lawyers on using technology at trial. Researched and developed methods for using linear and non-linear software presentations. Taught the 1st class in 2001, the success of which led to a contract with Aspen Publishing.

Developed a curriculum for Law Students to Learn to Use Technology at Trial. Experience at State’s Attorney Office and in teaching led to experimentation with using new technology in trials.  This learning curve Field was dominated by high-priced consultants. Developed computer presentations for all aspects of the trial process, including opening and closing statements. The technology has succeeded in conviction on 30 jury trials to date.

Knows what works in a courtroom based upon 16 years of experience

Honors

Distinguished Faculty Member for The National College of District Attorneys, February 10, 2004.

Lecturer of Merit for The National College of District Attorneys, June 17, 1998.

10 year Service and Appreciation Award from Chicago Kent College of Law

Adjunct Faculty Member of the Year 2006 from Chicago Kent College of Law

Career Summary

President Ronin Consulting Ltd. Litigation technology consulting company. April 1, 2005 to present.

Has helped attorneys secure multi million dollar settlements, and million dollar verdicts by helping attorneys organize and present their cases with technology. Teaches lawyers to use Sanction, CaseMap, TimeMap, Adobe Acrobat and PowerPoint to organize and present their cases at settlement conferences, administrative hearings and trials. Helps lawyers prepare for every aspect of trial. Provides equipment rental and courtroom support staff to assist attorneys in the courtroom.

Criminal defense attorney with Mike Rogers Attorney At Law PC. April 15, 2005 to Present.  Defend individuals accused of white collar crimes, violent crimes like murder or aggravated criminal sexual assault, and narcotics related cases.

Promoted to positions of increasing responsibility at the Cook County States Attorneys Office 1989 to April 15, 2005

Supervisor, Auto Theft / Insurance Fraud Investigations Unit, 1999 to present. Managed a team of six and a $1.5M budget. Supervised senior prosecutors who investigated and prosecuted auto theft related cases including career auto thieves, organized auto theft rings, insurance fraud and car jacking. Managed multi-agency long term investigations involving local, state and Federal resources. Coordinated investigations with 70 officers per year.

Supervisor, Traffic Division, 1999. Managed a staff of 28 and budget of $1.25M. Supervised and trained prosecutors, screened cases for felony upgrades and investigated false proof of insurance claims.

Deputy Supervisor, Traffic Division, 1998 to 1999. Managed and trained 21 attorneys to prosecute cases.

Earlier: Gang Crime Prosecutor, Felony Trial Prosecutor and Narcotics Prosecutor.