Kristoph Gavin was known for his cool, professional demeanor in court, thus earning the nickname the "Coolest Defense in the West". He was virtually unfazed when Winston Payne gained the upper hand during Apollo’s first trial and even raised objections in the same calm, friendly tone of voice with which he always spoke. He kept his cool even when caught on his first murder, only showing glimpses of anger when information was exposed that further indicated him as the culprit to his crimes. It was only when he learned that a jury would determine the truth of the Misham case that he finally lost his composure.