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Case Research

Reduce uncertainty before critical proceedings and position your high-stakes dispute for an optimal outcome.

Driving your strategy and case story with science.

A strong narrative is vital to connecting with your audience. Developing a story that speaks to decision-makers is our specialty. 

Our consulting team has proven experience in hundreds of diverse disputes and thousands of mock proceedings. Research-driven recommendations and strategy testing are only the start of what IMS can do to help you engage those who are empowered to decide your fate.

Partner with our trusted consultants to gain meaningful insights and build your strongest case.

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Our Case Research Services

  • Case Issue Roundtable

    Mock Arbitrations and Focus Groups

    Mock arbitrations and focus groups offer insights into likely reactions to your key issues, case themes, and arguments.

    A mock arbitration mimics the real environment, replete with witness evidence and deliberations, and uncovers arbitrators’ decision-making processes. A focus group involves facilitated discussions to assess how pre-existing opinions may impact your case and can also reveal potential case themes. Regardless of the format, research can be conducted in person or online. 

    Our consultants use the most appropriate approach to achieve your research goals and design each project to generate the highest level of quantitative data and qualitative analysis. We carefully recruit mock arbitrators to precisely match the needs of the case.

  • Mock Trials & Focus Groups

    Case Issue Round Tables

    A shift from the traditional research model, case issue round tables can be used to test attitudes about relevant social issues before introducing specific case facts or arguments.

    Using a structured interview protocol of open-ended questions, an IMS consultant encourages participants to share their candid experiences and perspectives. By first investigating those key underlying viewpoints, we may better understand how decision-makers are likely to apply them to your case facts and determine a narrative direction aligned with their expectations.

  • Community Attitude Surveys

    Research-Based Settlement Strategies

    Our consultants understand the strengths and weaknesses of your case. We will accurately convey the risks, the potential outcomes and the exposure you will likely face, all based on exhaustive research and extensive experience.

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Statistics

  • 30+ Years of Experience

  • 45,000+ Diverse Cases

  • 95% Repeat Client Business

IMS's work product is the best in the business.

Partner, Top 100 Firm

They have unique skills and insights that go far beyond the abilities of even the most experienced of lawyers. I recommend IMS to any firm serious about winning cases.

Shareholder & Litigator

IMS's process forces you to focus as a lawyer on your case. They have an innate common sense and the ability to see the case through the eyes of the panel.

Litigator, Top 100 Firm
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At IMS, we go beyond research results - we explain the “why” and present thoughtful recommendations for your case themes and strategies.