Train for the Cases That Matter Most.
Train alongside John Uustal and leading trial lawyers at the Impossible Case Institute.
A selective four-day trial training program for attorneys with 3–10 years of experience who are ready to take on difficult, complex, high-pressure cases.
Built for the hardest cases in the world.
The Impossible Case Institute was built to take on the hardest cases in the world. The cases that are too expensive, too risky, too complex, and too demanding for conventional firms to sustain.
These are the cases that do not exist until someone is willing to uncover what others overlooked.
Built Different Trial Academy at the Impossible Case Institute trains attorneys to handle the pressure, responsibility, and complexity of this trial work.
For attorneys with 3 to 10 years of experience
This program is designed for lawyers who are ready to sharpen their judgment, strengthen their trial instincts, and prepare for the demands of cases where the stakes are real.
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Capacity is limited. Participation is by application only.
July 23–26, 2026
Four days of focused trial training in Fort Lauderdale.
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Training will take place at the Kelley|Uustal offices.
$1,200
The program cost is $1,200. Scholarships are available for public service attorneys and similarly situated applicants.
Train alongside John Uustal and others
Attorneys will train alongside John Uustal and other leading trial lawyers. Additional faculty announcements are coming soon.
Scholarship support is available
Scholarships are available for public service attorneys and similarly situated applicants.
What This Program Is Designed to Build
The cases that matter most demand more than conventional preparation. This academy is designed to help lawyers prepare for trial work that is complex, demanding, and deeply consequential.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted through the application form below. Applicants should be prepared to provide:
- A current resume or CV
- A brief statement explaining why they would like to attend
- An overview of their trial experience
Capacity is limited and applications will be reviewed before invitations are extended.
Apply early.
This is a small, selective training program for attorneys prepared to engage seriously with the demands of difficult trial work.
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The cases that matter most do not come with practice rounds.