Tristan Harper is a Senior Trial Consultant at 3B Studio known for developing innovative case themes and impactful visual strategies that support effective dispute resolution. With more than 20 years of experience in litigation graphics and courtroom technology, she brings a rare combination of technical expertise and visual storytelling to complex legal matters. Tristan excels at translating intricate case facts into clear, persuasive narratives through thoughtfully designed demonstratives and presentation strategies used in mediation, arbitration, pre-trial proceedings, and at trial.

She collaborates closely with attorneys and case teams to distill key arguments into compelling visual frameworks that enhance juror comprehension and retention. Her approach emphasizes clarity, strategic alignment, and responsiveness, fostering strong, collaborative partnerships with leading law firms and ensuring that client objectives are reflected at every stage of development.

Tristan’s experience spans a wide range of litigation, including high-stakes patent disputes, complex commercial matters, and personal injury cases. She is highly adaptable, tailoring her creative and strategic approach to meet the specific demands of each case. Her notable work includes a multi-claim patent infringement trial against a national manufacturer that resulted in findings of non-infringement and invalidity across all asserted claims. She has also supported trial counsel for a leading insurance company in a contested cause-of-death and compensability matter in the District Court of Harris County, Texas.

Tristan holds a Bachelor of Science in Radio, Television, and Film from The University of Texas at Austin. She resides outside Houston, Texas.

Representative cases

• Supported trial team in high-profile litigation tied to a widely publicized Houston music festival incident, developing visuals for complex liability and damages issues

• Represented large U.S. food manufacturer in patent dispute related to method for creating coextruded cat food treats

• Represented national theater chain in arbitration concerning ticket sales and revenue dispute