Mock trials have become an essential component of modern litigation strategy, helping attorneys, consultants, and corporate counsel gain insight into how jurors think, decide, and respond to arguments before entering the real courtroom. At Focuscope, we combine precision recruitment, advanced facilities, and decades of experience to deliver realistic and reliable jury simulations that guide stronger trial strategies.
Realistic Environments for Legal Research
Our Chicago-area facilities are designed specifically for legal research and mock jury exercises. Each location provides a professional, confidential, and adaptable space that mirrors real-world courtroom dynamics. We offer multiple rooms to accommodate a wide range of study formats and group sizes, including:
- Seating for up to 50 jurors in main trial rooms
- Dedicated breakout rooms with one-way mirrors for deliberation
- Secure live-streaming and private client observation suites
- High-definition recording and playback capabilities
- Full translation and interpretation services upon request
Whether your team requires a single mock trial or multi-market coordination, Focuscope provides an environment that supports deep observation, confidentiality, and efficiency.
Recruitment That Reflects Real Jurors
Our in-house recruitment team has over 45 years of experience sourcing participants that accurately reflect your trial venue’s demographics and attitudes. We don’t rely on panels or third-party databases — every participant is personally screened and verified to ensure engagement, confidentiality, and representativeness.
- Venue-matched demographic and attitudinal profiles
- Thorough eligibility and confidentiality screening
- Clear communication of expectations and study purpose
- Reliable attendance and low no-show rates
We believe that credible results start with credible participants. Each recruit is hand-selected to provide a realistic and balanced jury mix that mirrors real-world conditions.
Comprehensive Project Management
From initial planning to final analysis, our experienced project managers coordinate every detail of your mock trial. We provide seamless logistics support so your legal team can focus entirely on strategy and observation.
- End-to-end facility coordination and scheduling
- Participant communication and onsite management
- Audio/visual setup and secure data handling
- Custom reporting and client support throughout your project
Why Legal Teams Choose Focuscope
For over four decades, Focuscope has partnered with leading trial consultants and law firms across the country. Our combination of meticulous recruitment, specialized facilities, and professional staff ensures that every mock trial runs smoothly — producing meaningful insights that strengthen courtroom performance.
- Trusted by attorneys, consultants, and corporate counsel nationwide
- State-of-the-art facilities designed for legal research
- Confidential, secure, and professional environments
- Flexible support for local or multi-city projects
Partner with Focuscope
Gain the clarity and confidence your legal team needs through expertly managed mock trials and jury research. Our facilities, recruitment, and project management combine to deliver exceptional insights into juror decision-making and case strategy.
Let’s Connect — contact Focuscope today to discuss your next mock trial project and see how our team can help you achieve informed, data-driven decisions in the courtroom.