Yes, I think it was very clever strategy, and no harm done since it's not secret anymore. Give the DT what they want to shut them up and they'll still lose!
bbm
Tell that to the jury and the Alexanders. It caused a huge delay in the whole process. She even closed court so Nurmi could work on his response. I don't believe any judge worth their salt would make a decision knowing it would be overturned just to avoid an appellate issue. She has a seated jury and has shown zero respect for their time.